Teaching Assistant - Level 2

About Corby Technical School and the Teaching Assistant role

Corby Technical School is a free school that opened in September 2012. The school was rated as Outstanding in our Ofsted inspection, and we would be looking to employ a person who shares our aspirations for excellence.

Corby Technical School requires a suitably qualified and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to assist children with a variety of special educational needs in a mainstream school. The post holder will be expected to support students with a variety of needs including, language, physical and educational. The primary focus is to undertake educational activities with students within an agreed framework under the overall direction and supervision of a qualified teacher. We would be delighted to receive applications from all candidates with a desire to work with young people including those who may have recently completed their A-level studies or degree course and are considering a future career in teaching.

The successful candidate will support students of SEND and/or EAL through the delivery of supportive learning activities in the classroom, that will enhance and compliment the delivery of curriculum materials by the class teacher. This may be through the development of suitable differentiated materials; scaffolding questioning and tasks to promote success; supporting and challenging student behaviours and maintaining regular communication between school and home. The candidate will work with students that have Educational Health Care plan or with a high level of need, fostering student’s confidence, self-esteem and ambition to become independent inquirers and thinkers. Additionally, supporting students in all four areas of need through the delivery of intervention programmes outside of the classroom where required. The candidate would be expected to contribute to the monitoring of SEND students to set clear ambitious targets for students to achieve and make progress personal and academic progress. The candidate will need to show the capacity to be an advocate for SEND students, ensuring that they promote an inclusive learning environment for all.

We offer a friendly and welcoming atmosphere where all staff are committed to providing an excellent education for all. We would welcome applications from candidates of all experience levels as training will be available.

The successful candidate will:

·        Work closely with colleagues across the School, building effective relationships with all staff and students.

·        Have good knowledge of a broad range of additional needs and/or behaviours that students may have/present and strategies for supporting appropriately.

·        Sound knowledge of general school procedures in order to contribute to effective running of school day and student experiences and also procedures to support child development.

• Have good communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Have the ability to deal professionally and sensitively with children, parents and teachers and outside agencies as required.

·        Work with the utmost integrity and confidentiality.

About Brooke Weston Trust 

Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people. 

Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people. 

We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School. 

To find out more about working for our Trust and the benefits available to staff please check out the BWT Join Us Guide.  

For an informal discussion relating to this post or to arrange a visit prior to application, applicants are invited to contact Jane Blackwood, on 01536 213100 or recruitment@corbytechnicalschool.org . If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding position we would be delighted to hear from you. Full details and an application form are available at: www.corbytechnicalschool.org.

How to apply

Having read the advertisement, examined the job description and person specification, if you are inspired and motivated to apply for a position at Corby Technical School these are your next steps:

·        Please complete all sections of the application form. Please note that a CV will not be accepted without a completed application form. 

·        Write a letter of application on no more than one side of A4 (11 point text). Your letter of application should outline your previous experience and how this makes you a suitable candidate for the position for which you are applying.

Please submit your application form either by e-mail or by post to:

Mrs Jane Blackwood

Corby Technical School

Cottingham Road

Corby

Northamptonshire

NN17 1TD

E-mail: recruitment@corbytechnicalschool.org

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts working with children and young people will be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check.

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th January 2023 at 12.00pm. Interviews will be held shortly after this date.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.