Special Needs Teaching Assistant

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Salary SCP7 £25,584.00 [FTE] £19,390.00 [Pro-rata]

The governors at Acresfield Academy are looking to appoint an excellent teaching assistant to join our school from September to work with the children accessing support from our resource provision. This is a really exciting opportunity to join a dedicated, forward-thinking team. We joined North West Academies Trust in 2019, so you will also be a part of a dynamic and successful Trust.

The post is for 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday during term time.

We are looking to appoint a member of staff to support pupils with additional needs as part of our resource provision. Our resource provision is designated for pupils with moderate learning needs and complex needs. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate they can encourage children to develop, both academically and personally and overcome barriers to learning in a nurturing and calm environment.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate they are a flexible, team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt their practice according to the needs of the pupil. You will be joining a hardworking and highly successful staff team, who will provide you with appropriate support and challenge to enable you to develop yourself professionally. This is a great opportunity to join a successful school and provide our children with an excellent education.

We would encourage you to visit our school. Please contact us on 01244 257350 or admin@acresfieldacademy.org.uk to arrange your visit.

The closing date for applications is Thursday July 3rd

Interviews will take place on: w/b Monday July 7th.

The person specification and application form are accessible on-line. Please ensure you complete an application outlining how you meet the criteria for the post.

The school places the highest regard on the safeguarding of all pupils. As such, the post is subject to reference and the successful candidate completing an enhanced DBS check.