DBS0461/24 - Teaching Assistant - Southlands School

Further InformationThe Head Teacher and Governors of Southlands School are delighted to be able appoint a suitably qualified Teaching Assistant to work at our friendly and welcoming secondary special school in North Shields.As a school we believe in 'Helping Young People to Help Themselves for Life Ahead'. We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate and experienced professionals to work across the curriculum to support our students in achieving their full potential. Currently our students have ASC or moderate learning difficulties. In coming years, we expect more of our cohort to have ASC.The ideal candidate will bring with them: Experience and knowledge gained in other schools or working with students with ASC, A commitment and enthusiasm for special needs education, A relevant qualification or be willing to work towards this together with GCSE qualifications in English and maths, An adaptable, enthusiastic and team orientated manner. The successful candidate will: Support staff and students across the curriculum, Operate as a Teaching Assistant across the curriculum when required, Support a tutor group each morning and afternoon, Prepare classrooms for lessons, Be prepared to undertake CPD appropriate to support their role. Southlands School can offer: The opportunity to work with 145 unique and rewarding students, A friendly and supportive environment, An ongoing CPD programme, An experienced and dedicated team. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks as appropriate.