Teaching Assistant Level 4 - Cardinal Newman Catholic High School
The role
Cardinal Newman Catholic High School require a talented and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant, ambitious and caring school. We are looking for an outstanding candidate to enhance the learning of students who have a range of learning needs, with a particular focus on social, emotional and mental health issues. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated professional to join a very successful team.
The successful candidate will be able to work effectively as a member of a team, be well organised and efficient and have a calm and approachable disposition when dealing with students and staff. This exciting and rewarding role requires someone who is flexible, adaptable and who is also able to show initiative in the classroom and when working with groups and individual students.
About the Department
The SEND department is a forward-thinking department which strives to develop the inclusion, independence, and confidence of young people with additional needs. You will be joining a department of eight teaching assistants, a Specialist Teacher Assessor and a SENCo.
The department work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies to ensure students have access to high quality provision that supports their progress and unlocks their potential. The department have their own designated resource base ‘The Oasis’ and students with additional needs can access this resource throughout the school day.
The team offer a wide variety of intervention programmes and activities that address key areas of need and help students develop their skills, confidence, and attitudes to learning. The progress of the young person is monitored and reviewed regularly in line with the Plan, Do, Review cycle. The department has excellent links with both primary schools and post 16 providers to ensure continuity of support as students progress onto the next stage of their education.
Please note a current CES application form (version 12) and a Model Rehabilitation of Offender act 1974 must be completed for this post. Forms can be emailed to Mrs Michele Walker .
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure
Key dates
Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 18 August 2025
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 25 August 2025
Cardinal Newman Catholic High School, Bridgewater Avenue, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1RX
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