Teacher Assistant (SEND)

Endike Academy is now recruiting for a Teaching Assistant (SEND). 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

•  Creates and maintains a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assists with the  display of pupils’ work.
•   Uses strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals.
•   Assists with the planning of learning activities.
•  Monitors pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately records achievement/progress as directed.
• ·   Assists with the development and implementation of EHCP/SEND Plans and Personal Care programmes for specified children identified with additional needs.
• ·    Establishes constructive relationships with pupils and interacts with them according to individual needs.
•    Promote structure and have good behaviour management skills
• ·       Promotes the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• ·       Encourages pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
• ·       Sets challenging and demanding expectations and promotes self-esteem and independence.
• ·       Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher.
• Fixed Term for 1year, Full Time, 32.5 Hours per week.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 3, £20,812 FTE per annum, £15,985 pro rata
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

·       NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience.

·       GCSE Grade A – C English and Maths

·       Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people.

·       Motivation to work with children and young people.

·       Good numeracy/literacy skills

·       Caring/training/communication/persuasive/motivating/counselling skills.

·       Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities

·       Ability to relate well to children and adults

·       Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) has grown to a network of 34 academies, incorporating primary, secondary and grammar, and special schools. We employ over 2000 people with the primary focus of raising the standards of education for 13,000 young people. Whatever your role, you should know you are contributing to achieving our vision of inspiring the next generation of young people to be the best they can in whatever they choose. Our aim is to be the country’s leading academy chain, committed to delivering the highest educational standards alongside an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment, including events such as the DRET Spring, Summer and Winter Cups, Music Cup, volunteering trips abroad, and regular trips/visits throughout the year.

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.

While each academy is unique, we share common goals, aspirations, values and methods that enable us to work collaboratively and collectively to achieve our mission. We operate regional hubs, whereby academies work with other schools who are part of the Trust so we can share skills and knowledge, allowing them to benefit and learn from each other. We offer high quality programmes for CPD and Leadership Development to support our practitioners to deliver high quality teaching and learning across our academies.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

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.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.