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Location
Farnham, Surrey
Salary
FTE £24,133 to £27,663 per annum; Actual £17,442.84 to £19,994.26 per annum
Hours
Term time only, 30.25 hours over 5 days (8.50am-3.20pm Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri; 8.35am-3.20pm Wed)
School Background
The school converted to Academy status on 1st September 2018 and is part of the Multi Academy Trust. It was graded Outstanding by OFSTED in 2009, 2012, 2016, December 2022, and June 2024. It is a special school for secondary pupils from Years 7 to 11 with learning and additional needs.
The Role
Support teaching staff in delivering quality education to pupils with various special educational needs, including autism, social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, moderate learning difficulties, speech, language, and communication needs, and challenging behaviors. Work with individuals, groups, and whole classes under the supervision of a qualified teacher. Promote pupils' participation in social and academic activities and support their independence. Assist in managing classrooms and implementing work/care/support programs to facilitate learning access.
Skills and Qualifications
* Suitable to work with children
* Effective communication skills with students, staff, and parents/carers
* Flexible and adaptable approach
* Understanding of how children learn
* Good organizational skills
* Friendly, caring, patient, fair, and consistent
* Calm under pressure
* Willing to go the extra mile and enthusiastic
* Supportive of school activities and eager to learn new skills
* Accurate record-keeping
* Team player with a good sense of humor and flexibility
* Reliable time management
Application Process
If interested, click apply to be redirected to the school's website to complete your application.
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