Teaching Assistant 2 & Midday Supervisor

New Horizons School 

Teaching Assistant 2 & Midday Supervisor

Permanent - Term Time Only

Monday to Friday - 30 hours per week as follows:

TA2 at 25 hours per week

PLUS

Midday Supervisor responsibilities at 5 hours per week

39 weeks worked per year/46 (TA) & 44.65 (MSA) weeks paid per year

(FTE Grade 1/SSP2 £17,842 to Grade 3/SSP7 £18,562)

Pro-rata salary starting from £13,159 p.a.

The SABDEN Multi Academy Trust provides specialised education to young people with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH). We are three special schools, a secure unit, a large countywide alternative provision, a vocational free school and one of five teaching schools within East Sussex. We strive to discover success through learning, self-belief and achievement.  Pupils are empowered to take responsibility through a personalised curriculum supported by secure systems.

New Horizons, based in St Leonards on Sea, as part of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust, is an 'Outstanding' SEMH Special school and we are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (including Midday Supervisor Responsibilities) into our expanding team across our Primary and Secondary departments. We are passionate about creating a safe and supportive learning environment that fosters respect for others, develops resilience, promotes high expectations and prepares pupils for successful futures.

The main responsibility of the post will be to support teachers in the delivery of the curriculum, both by directly working with pupils and assisting in preparation of resources.  Applicants should be innovative, enthusiastic and flexible and have an interest and knowledge of child development and an understanding of child protection procedures.  Applicants should be able to demonstrate a sensitive and empathic approach to working with young pupils. A proven ability with challenging students and a resilient attitude are essential.

The successful candidate will be joining a school that continues to be ambitious in its drive to improve outcomes for our pupils. You will join a highly dedicated and professional staff team and be part of a supportive working and learning environment where your professional development is highly valued.

You will be required to work Monday – Friday.  We are a friendly and supportive team, with additional benefits, such as free daily lunch.  

For an application pack, please visit the vacancy section of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust website here: http://www.sabden.org.uk/216/vacancies 

Closing date for completed applications is by midday, Tuesday 31st August 2021

Please send completed applications to recruitment@sabden.org.uk .

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

For further information about New Horizons School please visit the school's profile page by clicking here. 

The school has a proven commitment to 'Equality of Opportunity' and actively promotes the welfare and safeguarding of young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Debarring Service (DBS).