General Teaching Assistant
Tadcaster Grammar School
North Yorkshire
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- Expired
- Salary:
- £9,447 - £10,214
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 2 July 2017
Job overview
Required for September 2017, this is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding team of Teaching Assistants, and develop the provision and expertise offered by our Learning Support Faculty. We are looking for General Teaching Assistants who will be working 27.08 hours over 5 days a week supporting students with a wide range of needs across the curriculum. Knowledge of techniques to improve performance, access and curriculum and challenge under-achievement are desirable. Previous experience of working with students who have learning and communication needs, in particular autism, is preferred, but not essential; opportunities for professional development will be available. This position is for one year in the first instance.
Applications are welcomed from existing Teaching Assistants, both in mainstream and special school settings, or individuals new to the profession who are keen to make a difference to students with a high degree of need.
An informal tour of the school prior to application can be arranged through Claire Earl on 01937 833466.
Candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding.
Applications should be returned by 12 noon on Monday 3 July and interviews will be held
12 July 2017
Attached documents
About Tadcaster Grammar School
Welcome to Tadcaster Grammar School
Tadcaster Grammar School is a thriving, successful and energetic place with a very unique ‘family’ feel. We pride ourselves in knowing our students really well, and our caring and nurturing ethos ensures every student feels safe, secure and happy.
The school enjoys an excellent reputation and attracts a large number of students from outside the official catchment area. Currently, students attend from over 40 primary schools in North Yorkshire, City of York and Leeds education authorities.
The learning environment we offer our students is of a high quality. All subjects are housed in suites of specialist rooms. Over forty classrooms are complemented by Science laboratories and specialist bases for Art, Design and Technology, Food and Nutrition, Textile Technology, Music, Careers and Learning Support. The sports facilities within our very extensive grounds include two gymnasiums, seven tennis courts, many hockey, soccer and rugby pitches, cricket squares, a hard-surface athletics track and a full size floodlit artificial pitch. We have a total of nearly 70 acres.
We are committed to:
● Promoting equality of opportunity for each student;
● Assisting each student, through hard work, commitment and self-discipline to achieve the highest standards of work of which they are capable;
● Helping each student to develop a lively enquiring mind, the confident to question, and the ability to debate rationally;
● Ensuring each student acquires knowledge, skills and training relevant to the world of work;
● Enabling each student to receive challenging, stimulating, worthwhile and enjoyable experiences;
● Making sure all students recognise their personal strengths and set their goals accordingly;
● Developing within each student an understanding of fundamental British Values.
Please note especially our School Vision & Values Statement in the applicant pack.
The school places great emphasis on professional development. Opportunities for development and advancement are available in school and across the wider Trust, and beyond..
Tadcaster Grammar School is a very special place and we look forward to welcoming you.
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