Teaching Assistant - Level 1

Fixed term contract for 1 year (with a view to a permanent contract)

30 hours 45 minutes weekly  - (we will consider requests for fewer part-time weekly hours) 

39 weeks per year

South Wirral High School is a co-educational foundation secondary school and sixth form located in Eastham, Merseyside, England. The school prides itself on its community ties, working closely with nearby primary schools to help with students' transition to high school. This commitment is shown in our motto "Raising Aspiration in Partnership with Families and the Community".  We focus on the whole educational experience, aiming for success in examinations and other aspects of school life. This includes sports, the arts and as contributors to our community. Extra-curricular activities are an integral part of school life, as we help students to develop the 5 'LORIC' attributes - Leadership, Organisation, Resilience, Initiative and Character.

The person appointed will join an experienced & innovative SEND team supporting students with a range of special educational needs, across the entire school. 

Ideally the applicant should have recent and relevant experience in a similar role or experience in the pastoral care of young people with SEND in another sector.

You will be working with students providing additional support to them during school hours. Assisting the learning of key stage 3 and 4 students, you will be working with a variety of students in the classroom, as well as on a one-to-one basis when required. The post will provide a professional development opportunity for anyone considering a career in teaching or working with young people.

The post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check

Closing Date: Friday July 15th 2022

Interview date:        Week beginning 18th July or 22nd August 2022

We are sorry that it will not be possible to contact unsuccessful candidates.  Anyone who has not heard of the progress of their application by 21st July must assume it has been unsuccessful.

Completed application forms and letter of application with CV and the names of two referees addressed to Headteacher, either by post or email to recruitment@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk 

Please see the school’s website www.southwirral.wirral.sch.uk for further details and an application form.

The post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability

Our Safeguarding Policy can be found on our school’s website:

http://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/policies/