Teaching Assistant Specialist Skills (Including Class Cover) Full Time – 37hrs, Term Time Only (39wks): Grade 6 £23,533 - £25,942 (Pro Rata) Actual Salary To start as soon as possible The Bridge Short Stay School are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who will play a key role in the pastoral and academic support of Secondary aged students who display challenging behaviour. This role will involve supporting individuals and groups both within lessons and delivering withdrawal interventions for targeted students and cover of lessons in the absence of teaching staff. Due to the diverse nature of students our school operates a number of different pathways to meet need. Our students are diverse and need to experience a range of different adults working with them; we don’t have a fixed model of the ideal person for this role, but sharing in our values is essential as it the ability to support students with their learning, social and behavioural needs. The Bridge primarily caters for students who have been permanently excluded from mainstream schools, we are passionate about providing a second chance for students who have struggled in their education and putting them on a pathway towards future success. The work is challenging and requires someone who can maintain a focus on the best interests of the student while demonstrating flexibility and resilience under pressure. In return the successful candidate would be supported in joining a committed and friendly team with the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people. This post would be an ideal opportunity for an individual who is seeking experience ahead of a career in Teaching. A desire and commitment to make a positive contribution to the life of the school and improve outcomes for young people are essential. We are looking for someone who will consistently demonstrate a positive attitude and a belief in the potential for change. For further details please contact the Headteacher at andy.stewart@thebridge.cheshire.sch.uk Closing Date 9am Friday 20th June. The Bridge Short Stay School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all young people and expect staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, in line with KCSIE guidance an online search will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy is available here: http://www.thebridge.cheshire.sch.uk/serve_file/314899 How to apply Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.