About Us
Pendle Vale College is a modern, innovative, and fantastically well-equipped College; a £32million new build project in 2008, the facilities at Pendle Vale College are second to none. The building remains modern and innovative in design and is an exciting environment in which to work, however the College is more than bricks and mortar – our school is made up of over 1000 students and over 100 colleagues who all attend school each day to learn, grow and improve.
Our facilities provide first rate teaching and learning opportunities that give our students and teachers a clear advantage and that results in consistently good outcomes. Our college is made up of a team of highly committed, motivated, dedicated and professional colleagues both teaching and non-teaching, who each individually make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our students. Colleagues at Pendle Vale benefit hugely from working in an environment that is supportive, challenging and rewarding.
We pride ourselves on welcoming new staff with an excellent induction programme whether you are joining us as a newly qualified or experienced candidate. Whilst recognising that the College exists for the benefit of the students, we aim to be a place where staff can also realise their ambitions and potential and further develop their careers. We aim to be at the cutting edge of change and engage in high profile projects and developments that enable our students, and staff, to achieve the most that they possibly can while working or studying here.
We are outward facing and strive to learn from and assimilate the very best practice and research. We know that Pendle Vale College is and will continue to transform the education and live chances of our young people. By working together as a team, we aim to develop happy, confident and independent learners ready to take their place in the modern world. We have a modern, flexible, and responsive curriculum, which actively encourages our students to be responsible for their own learning and ensures that they are being stretched and challenged and appropriately prepared for their future learning.
We know our students very well indeed and strongly and confidently believe that we are meeting their current and future needs. Pendle Vale College is an enjoyable and rewarding environment in which to work. There are significant career opportunities for colleagues and promotion is actively supported and encouraged.
Our team ranges from early career teachers to experienced candidates who have reaped the benefits of working at our college. We are a modern and contemporary College that wants to attract colleagues who have ideas, who are inspirational, innovative and who are truly dedicated to the development of our young people. school free of charge.
Our story is one of continued and improving success. Ofsted last visited us in November 2021 and confirmed that Pendle Vale remains a Good school. A copy of this Ofsted Report can be found on our college website. Pendle Vale College has a good location, situated just five minutes from the M65. Easily accessible from larger towns and cities of Manchester, Preston, Bradford, and Huddersfield, it is also in close proximity to the smaller rural communities for Pendle, Colne and Skipton. Nelson is under an hour away from the Lake District and North Yorkshire Moors. We pride ourselves on being a strong, vibrant, and confident community. Don't just take our word for it, we warmly welcome visitors and prospective applicants to arrange a visit, meet with significant colleagues and see for yourself.
Job Description
The College is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, hardworking, and innovative individual to accept and embrace the responsibilities as a TA3. As a TA3 you will need to work collaboratively with all colleagues, including teachers, in meeting the personal, social and curriculum related needs of students, including those with special needs, medical needs, and/or bilingual needs, and will establish positive, supportive, and constructive relationships with students, parents, carers and the wider community. You will also be required to undertake some cover for absent teachers as part of this role.
Benefits
We recognise that people are our most valuable resource and we support them in being effective in their role by providing the following benefits:
* Professional Development – to develop staff in roles and create continued opportunities for further career progression through weekly CPD sessions, access to NPQs and other professional qualifications.
* Pension Scheme – Every employee here at Pendle Vale has access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Well-being Benefits – Staff can access a number of generous well-being benefits including Physiotherapy, 24-hour GP Helpline, Cancer Support, Stress counselling support and Weight management
* Cycle to Work Scheme – Pendle Vale has joined this scheme to provide staff with the opportunity to take advantage of the salary sacrifice tax-relief arrangement.
* Annual Flu Vaccinations
* Gym Facilities - Staff here are able to access the Gym facilities before and after school free of charge.
Desired Criteria
Experience of supporting students with medical/physical needs Experience of providing personal care to students Experience of supporting student with sensory needs Experience of supporting student with ASD Experience of Administrative work Speech & Language Experience Ability to speak another language Time management skills First Aid Certificate Administrative skills
Essential Criteria
NVQ level 3 qualification (or equivalent) Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy & Mathematics/numeracy Experience of working with children Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour Ability to relate well to children Ability to work as part of a team Good communication skills Ability to relate well to parents/carers Ability to supervise and assist pupils Organisational skills Knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities Knowledge of the concept of confidentiality Knowledge of strategies, for example numeracy and literacy Ability to make effective use of ICT Ability to assess children's development Ability to plan and deliver work programmes Flexible attitude to work Commitment to undertake in-service development
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