Teaching Assistant
- Recruiter
- Plymouth Learning Partnership
- Location
- Plymouth, Devon
- Salary
- £18,376 pro-rata (Actual £11,600)
- Posted
- 14 Oct 2016
- Closes
- 24 Oct 2016
- Sectors
- Education & Teaching
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Teaching Assistant
Grade D
Salary Pro-Rata £18,376 (actual £11,600)
At Longcause School we are passionate about our pupils. We aim to be a school that delivers what it promises for our pupils and families, by delivering first class learning for pupils with Autism, by encapsulating individual interests and strengths.
If you are a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about SEN, and enjoys the rewards and challenges of working with children, we would love to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, particularly those with special educational needs. You will have a talent for engaging with sometimes complex and difficult children, encouraging social interaction, developing independence, self-esteem, and encouraging all individuals to achieve their goals.
In return we offer a friendly and supportive environment where we encourage the development and promotion of our support staff. We have specialist support staff trained in specific lead roles such as attachment trauma, Theraplay, TEACCH, sensory integration and musical play. We are a school committed to providing therapeutic interventions to meet the core needs of our pupils. We have exciting opportunities available for staff that are keen to embrace this holistic way of education.
For further information, and to apply for this position, please visit our website atwww.longcausespecialschool.com
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.
Closing Date: Monday 31 October 2016 at 10.00 a.m.
Interviews: Friday 4 November 2016