Teaching Assistant - Taunton, United Kingdom - CM Recruitment

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Taunton, United Kingdom

2 days ago

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SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunity at Selworthy Special School, Somerset:

SEN Teaching Assistant - Multiple positions
We are now recruiting Full Time Teaching Assistants to work in each of our Selworthy campuses.

It is a cliché but nevertheless true that no two days are ever the same at Selworthy We can promise an exciting, varied and rewarding career working within our dedicated team to help children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities reach their full potential.

"Pupils learn an ambitious curriculum. The 'SPECIAL ‒ supportive, personalised, empowering, creative, inspirational, aspirational, life long - curriculum' underpins the vision and aspirations staff, and those responsible for governance, have for the pupils." OFSTED June Good

Are you passionate about improving lives of children and young people with SEND?
Do you have compassion and empathy?
Are you capable and resilient?
Do you have what it takes to make a difference?

We are looking for enthusiastic and resilient people who can demonstrate they are flexible, patient and kind, who will fit in with our skilled and hardworking staff team.

The ability to think on your feet and cope well, in sometimes, challenging situations is a must. We can promise variety and innovative learning experiences which often necessitate warm coats

If you would like to be part of a supportive school community, which is dedicated to ensuring continuous improvement for all, we would love to hear from you.

"Pupils are encouraged to be active participants in their learning. Staff are strong advocates for pupils so they can make themselves heard." OFSTED June Good

What Selworthy School offers its staff:

Full induction programme and ongoing professional development
A rewarding role with excellent support and multiple opportunities for career progression.
Comprehensive pension scheme
Provision of free tea/coffee for staff
Employee Assistance Programme
Staff wellbeing activities (exercise classes, access to Hydropool, staff and family events)
Wellbeing room and information on wellbeing approaches
Access to Occupational Health Service
Have a passion for working with children and contributing to their academic and personal development.
Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Show patience, creativity, and flexibility.
Hold at least an NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent or (willing to work towards an NVQ Level 2) Preferred but not essential
Have experience working with children in an educational setting. (Preferred but not essential)
Understand current educational practices and safeguarding principles.
Be committed to ongoing professional development.