SEN Teaching Assistant

Falconer’s Hill Academy is now recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

To work under the specific supervision, instruction and guidance of the Principal and SENDCo to support the teaching and learning activities in the classroom. To promote the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.

Full time – 32.5 hours per week / Term time only

Fixed Term Contract till August 2022

About our Academy

Falconer’s Hill Academy is a warm and welcoming Junior school in Daventry offering a world-class education for children aged 7-11.

At Falconer’s Hill Academy, we are continually striving to excite and motivate our pupils through a rich and inspiring curriculum.  We are committed to supporting each child to reach their full academic potential, but more than that, we want to enable our pupils to experience memorable and enchanting moments that will enrich their learning.

We want our children to enjoy learning and develop an understanding of the world around them, whilst highlighting the importance of aspirations and achievement.

At our school, we set extremely high standards for our pupils where learning is a high priority.  We expect them to take pride in their behaviour and their attitudes to learning and uniform.  We encourage children to foster positive relationships with each other through our Academy Values, to be kind and courteous and develop lively and enquiring minds.

We are highly ambitious for our students and our staff are pivotal to our success. As part of the staff team, you will have the opportunity to work with great colleagues and develop your career through an outstanding professional development programme.

Salary & Benefits

NJC03- £18562 FTE

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment, notably EYFS.

Experience working with children SEND and ASD

Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation.

Ability to relate well to children.

Ability to relate well to adults

Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training.

To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school

Ability to provide necessary personal care to children.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please [click on ‘apply for vacancy]Please note we do not accept CVs without a completed application form.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.