1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Job detailsJob roleTeaching assistantVisa sponsorshipVisas cannot be sponsoredWorking patternPart timeContract typeFixed termFull-time equivalent salary£17,890.00 - £18,808.00 Annually (Actual)32.5 hours per week, term time only. (FTE £23893 - £25,119 with a pay award pending)1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity for somebody who is looking for a new challenge. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate and ambitious with a drive and commitment to improve the life chances of our young people. You will have a dynamic, exceptional and creative approach to improving teaching and learning in a way that benefits all children.The post requires someone with: Experience of working with children with SEND needs in school and be able to promote an excellent desire for learning Passion for teaching and learning and wanting the best outcomes for all children Ability to support and promote an excellent reflective learning ethos Creativity and flexibility in the way you work Excellent communication skills Highly developed interpersonal skills and a sense of humour Commitment to your own professional development and participate fully in the life of the school and community.What We have to Offer: A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff. A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education. All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs. Strong potential for career progression. A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion. An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider. Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live. A competitive pension through Teachers' Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff. Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Samantha Wakefield, HR Academy Lead at [email protected] Education Group (AEG) comprises schools from all sectors: mainstream (primary and secondary) and special. AEG secures outstanding achievement and improved life chances of all our pupils. All our Academies have high expectations as the focus of their work. We are strongly committed to supporting colleagues in developing their careers further and offering excellent CPD opportunitiesPlease submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as AEG reserves the right to close applications early. Please note we DO NOT accept applications by CV and are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.Authentic Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant's background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and an online searchHigh Expectations lead to High AchieversCommitment to safeguardingOur organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):childcare disqualificationDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)medicalonline and social mediaprohibition from teachingright to worksatisfactory referencessuitability to work with childrenYou must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.Applying for the jobThis school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.CVs are not accepted.Visas cannot be sponsored.