Teaching Assistant Level 2

Wirral Council

  • United Kingdom
  • £18,793-19,093 per year
  • Contract
  • Part-time
  • 5 hours ago
Fixed Term to 31/08/202630 Hours Per Week 39 Weeks Per YearBand DThe Headteacher and Governing Body of Higher Bebington Junior School is seeking a Level 2Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming and successful school. This is initially a 1-year post with a view to extending this further as the need for SEND provision at Higher Bebington Junior School continues to grow.The successful candidate will be an excellent practitioner with a good knowledge and understanding of how to support children with SEND coupled with a commitment and passion towards inclusion. The majority of your role will be 1:/small group work with children- either alongside them in the classroom or delivering interventions. As part of the role there will also be a requirement for lunchtime supervision and our lunchtimes have recently undertaken a complete overhaul with the introduction of the Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) programme.The successful candidate must have the following qualities: An understanding of and commitment to inclusion and supporting those with SEND needs to enable them to thrive as learners. Knowledge and experience of supporting children with SEND. The ability to develop good relationships with children, colleagues and parents. Be willing to support pupils with modifying challenging behaviour, using the school
Behaviour and Relationships policy. An understanding of how to apply positive, relational, behaviour management approaches. The ability to work constructively as part of a team. A willingness to show initiative and apply common sense.We offer in return: A talented, welcoming and highly supportive school team. Engaged and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn. A commitment to your professional development. This includes full induction and access to
extensive CPD. Application forms for the above post are available online at www.wirral.gov.uk and also from the school office.The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.We follow the safer recruitment guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education including general online searches for all shortlisted candidates.Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process. For further information about Safer Recruitment procedures please refer to the schools website.The school is an Equal Opportunities Employer and positively welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of their sex, gender identity, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.Please return the completed application form together with a supporting letter to the Headteacher,Mrs Calveley via email to the school office at schooloffice@higherbebington.wirral.sch.uk

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