Teaching Assistant

Alder grange a highly successful school in Rawtenstall are seeking a motivated person to work as a teaching assistant, to provide support for learners with additional educational needs.

We are an inclusive, 11-19 aged school committed to the successful development of the whole child, both academically and socially. You will be joining a dedicated team of staff who work with both students and their families.

The successful applicant will be required to:

•             Provide support for learners with additional needs under the direction of the class teacher and Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENCO).

•             Provide support in lessons and small group work.

•             Provide support and supervision during unstructured times in the school day.

•             Contribute to a positive learning environment.

•             Be aware of the needs of students.

•             Be a positive role model.

•             Be part of an enthusiastic and motivated team.

Min 30 hours per week during term time £5.50 per hour equivalent.(£7240 per annum paid over 12 monthly payments)

Level 2/3 STL Qualification Training will be provided through shadowing, guided sessions and 1:1 mentor sessions.

If you feel this criteria applies to you and you can answer our 3 questions below, we would love to hear from you.

• Min Grade C or above in Maths and English

•             Ability to relate to young people

•             Ability to work on own initiative

•             Ability to work as part of a team

•             Good organisational skills

•             Highly motivated

•             Good interpersonal skills

•             Good communication skills

•             Able to work under direction from others

•             Reflective

1) Tell us about something you are proud of achieving.

2) Tell us why you would like to do an apprenticeship and why at our company /school.

3) What prompted you to want work with children and young people?

The closing date will be Monday Oct 10^th Noon and interviews are expected to be on 18^th October at school. BB4 8HW.

The post will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

Please note a good and appropriate standard of personal appearance is required (assessed at interview) and personal holidays may only be during school holidays.

We look forward to reading your applications.