General Teaching Assistant
Tadcaster Grammar School
Tadcaster, North Yorkshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Grade C
- Job type:
- Part Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 25 February 2020
Job overview
Required as soon as possible, 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 a General Teaching Assistant who will be working 27.08 hours over 5 days a week (08:40 – 15:15 Monday to Friday) supporting students with a wide range of needs across the curriculum. Knowledge of techniques to improve performance, access and curriculum and challenge under-achievement is desirable. Previous experience of working with students who have learning, communication and social/emotional needs, 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. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to supplement their wage with additional lunchtime duties. This is a temporary position for 1 year in the first instance.
Tadcaster Grammar School is a fantastic place to work; we are offering a unique opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic team who are committed to enhancing the teaching and learning experiences for all our students, whatever their role in the organisation. Tadcaster Grammar School is part of the STAR Multi Academy Trust which is an exciting new venture strengthening our existing partnership with other local schools.
Please access the school’s website which contains full details of the post, together with an application form, which should be returned electronically to c.earl@tgs.starmat.uk or by post (marking the envelope ‘General Teaching Assistant Application’).
Candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding.
Applications should be returned by 12 noon on Tuesday 25 February and interviews will be held on Tuesday 3 March 2020
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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