At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with learning difficulties and help them thrive in a positive environment.
- Company: Uplands, a school dedicated to empowering students with complex needs.
- Benefits: Continuous professional development, exclusive discounts, excellent pension scheme, and free parking.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equality and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Open to all experience levels; passion for helping others is key.
The predicted salary is between 27300 - 27300 £ per year.
Uplands is a school for students with severe (SLD) or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) aged 11 – 19 years and/or Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). Our students will often have additional complex needs.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates an unconditional positive regard for our children and young people (CYP)
- Is motivated to make a difference
- Is a resilient, supportive and a reliable team player
- Is focused on enabling our CYP by being solution focused
Hours
32.5 hours per week (Part‑time hours will be considered)
Experience
You can join us as an entry level Support Assistant or an experienced Teaching Assistant.
Training
Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.
Benefits
- Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
- Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
- Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
- Excellent pension scheme
- Free on‑site parking
- Annual pay progression opportunities
- Continuous Service date honoured
Safeguarding Statement
Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.
Equality and Diversity
Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.
Equal Opportunities
Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Teaching Assistant employer: Uplands School
Uplands is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Teaching Assistants. With a strong emphasis on continuous professional development, competitive benefits such as exclusive discounts and an excellent pension scheme, and a commitment to safeguarding and diversity, Uplands provides a meaningful opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with complex needs.
