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P112359 - Senior Teaching Assistant - Whickham Academy

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Term-time only (Permanent)
Working Pattern:
Full time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
02/09/2021
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 16/09/2021 23:59
Salary:
Grade G £25481 - £27741 per annum, pro rata to term time plus 1 day, actual £21697 - £23622
Hours per week:
37 hours per week
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Vacancy ID:
212434
Employment Location:
WHICKHAM
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
16 Sep
Further Information
Senior Teaching Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, motivated and dedicated SEND Senior Teaching Assistant to lead on a specific area of SEND and work in partnership with teaching and other SEND Team staff. You will support the learning, engagement and progress of SEND pupils in a range of contexts, however this role will specialise in Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).
SEND Senior Teaching Assistants will:
Work with class teachers and other Teaching Assistants to ensure SEND pupils engage in learning and make good progress;
Develop expertise in a specific aspect of SEND and promote best practice throughout the school within that area of specialism;
Line Manage a teaching assistant and mentor an apprentice to develop their skills within your area of specialism;
Promote pupils’ independent learning skills, self-esteem and social inclusion;
Give support to pupils through structured interventions so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement;
Act as a Key Worker for a number of SEND pupils, maintaining regular contact with parents / carers;
Work closely with Faculty Leaders to ensure teaching staff have the skills, knowledge, training and resources to differentiate appropriately to meet the needs of SEND pupils within their subjects;
Be linked to and support a faculty with SEND intervention and teaching strategies, developing expertise in specific subject areas;
We have recently undertaken a radical re-structure of our SEND provision and the successful candidate will work in an exciting, fast-paced and highly motivated, yet supportive environment. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards for behaviour, engagement and academic outcomes. At Whickham School, we value all of our pupils and ensure that they are seen as individuals with differing interests, knowledge, skills and needs. We have an inclusive ethos and strive to increase the learning and participation of all pupils, ensuring access to an appropriate curriculum.
SEND is seen as a whole-school issue, hence the responsibility of everyone. Every teacher is a teacher of every young person, including those with SEND or any other additional need. We work closely with our children, families and a wide range of professionals to ensure the best possible educational outcomes.
To apply please follow the link to the TES and have your application uploaded by 9am on Thursday 16th September 2021.
https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/senior-teaching-assistant-specialising-in-semh-gateshead-1485507?preview=1
Please note
This job is closed for applications.