Teaching Assistant Level 2 SAN in Manchester

The position will be full-time for 35 hours per week on a term time only basis over 39 weeks a year (to include Inset days). We particularly welcome applications from candidates who have experience of working with children with high needs, EHCPs and a variety of SEND needs. The main duties of the role:

• To provide support for students who require help to overcome barriers to learning.
• Provide specialist support in a specific area of the curriculum
• Work with groups of students under the supervision of the teacher including the delivery of therapy programmes of work and the implementation of ILPs
• Assist the teacher to ensure a safe classroom and outdoor environment
• Supervise groups and occasionally whole classes for a session / lesson in the classroom or outside the main teaching area as required, Applicants are advised that schools and colleges designated with a religious character in England and Wales are permitted by law to require certain posts to be filled by practising Catholics or individuals who hold a Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Where it is not a requirement of the role to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.
  Have strong moral and ethical principles and values
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations
• Be someone who is enthusiastic and motivated to challenge, inspire and motivate our students.
• Be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and of course have a good sense of humour.
  Please note that whilst the successful candidate will be appointed to a particular school within the Trust, the Trust reserves the right to deploy staff at any of its schools depending on need, where agreement is reached with all parties.
• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents
• Close links and group support from other schools in this forward thinking Catholic multi-academy trust in this exciting time in our development
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme which is one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of 18.5%
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training.
• A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family
• A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members
• Flu vaccination clinics
• Eyecare Vouchers

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