Overview
The Corner School is a specialist school for Children with Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs, graded good by Ofsted, and run by the charity Unlocking Potential. We have children in Key Stages 1 and 2, class sizes no bigger than five, and each child has talented 1:1 Teaching Assistants. Our school follows the national curriculum and provides strong professional development to invest in and support staff. We have a friendly, dedicated team who are proud of the children and their achievements.
Role Overview: We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our small and friendly school community. You will provide learning and behavioural support, working alongside teachers, therapists and parents to help our children excel. Please ensure you complete your supporting statement clearly demonstrating how you meet the person specification (we will be reviewing shortlisted candidates closely against the person specification).
Responsibilities
* Provide learning and behavioural support to pupils.
* Work alongside teachers, therapists and parents to help children excel.
Requirements / Person Specification
* You will have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Be resilient and experienced in working with children with SEMH needs.
* Be passionate about helping our children achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding and Diversity
* The Corner School has rigorous safeguarding procedures and is committed to the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence for a person to work with a group from which they have been barred from working.
* All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks including online checks, references, medical checks, and an Enhanced DBS with Barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
* Our children, families and staff come from diverse backgrounds, and we value the unique contributions of each individual. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
Details
* Hours of work: Full Time (Mon-Fri). Term Time only (including 2 week October half-term).
* Location: The Corner School, Brent, London.
* Salary: £25,691 - £26,154 (actual pro-rata pay for term-time working, inclusive of holiday pay). Full-time equivalent £29,297-£29,825.
* Please see the full Teaching Assistant Candidate Pack for further information regarding responsibilities and the Person Specification.
* For experienced candidates, there may be opportunities for Higher Level Teaching Assistant roles. Please see job adverts or contact: hr@up.org.uk for further information.
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