At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and empower students with SEMH needs in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Cury School, a new primary school in beautiful Cornwall focused on tailored education.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, health tools, training, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your skills in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant and a passion for supporting diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 29250 - 35750 £ per year.
Cury School is a new primary school catering to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs situated in a beautiful part of Cornwall. We are currently seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant for 30.5 hours a week, term time, plus inset days.
We pride ourselves on providing tailored support and education to empower our students to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
- To support Teachers’ delivery of the curriculum and subsequent assessment, implementing the outcomes of the SPT PARRCS policy (Plans, Assesses, Records, Reports, Celebrates and Standards).
- Contribute to the development of support staff, pupils, policies and strategies, working collaboratively with teaching staff on the whole planning cycle and management/preparation of resources.
- To supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers.
- To provide support for pupils, Teachers, Teaching Assistants and the Trust to raise standards of achievement, utilising advanced knowledge and skills.
- To encourage pupils to become independent learners, provide support for their welfare and inclusion of pupils in all aspects of schools’ life including mainstream attendance where appropriate.
- To uphold the HLTA standards in all aspects of work.
- To effectively contribute to all aspects of professional development including any development identified via the SPT/School Performance Management process.
The Special Partnership Trust recognises the importance of developing a properly implemented People Strategy to underpin the overall strategic aims of the Trust. Our People Strategy is designed to help us attract prospective high calibre candidates, as well as drive engagement, productivity and retention of our high performing and high potential employees. It reflects our belief in putting our people first.
This does not mean putting our learners second. It is based on the philosophy that if we create a positive and rewarding work environment, if our staff feel motivated, well managed and well supported, they in turn will provide the best possible outcome for our learners.
We recognise that our total reward offer has got to consist of more than just money. We seek to provide our staff with a diverse range of benefits that support their day to day needs both at work and outside of work. These include generous leave entitlements and pension scheme as well as access to health/wellbeing tools, training & development, career pathways and opportunities to ensure they feel valued.
If you need the application form or any part of the recruitment process in a different format, please contact us directly at mpeters@curyschool.org and we will make the necessary adjustments.
The Special Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education; the Trust will undertake an online search of all shortlisted candidates.
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Appleton Academy, as part of Exceed Academies Trust, offers a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. With a strong focus on professional development and employee growth, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to a positive school atmosphere. Located in a vibrant community, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on students' lives but also provides a chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in education.
Contact Details:
Coast and Vale Learning Trust Recruitment Team
