Teaching Assistant Level 2 (TA2)
Newfield Secondary School
Sheffield
- £19,650 - £20,043 pro rata
- Expired
- Salary:
- Grade 3
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 01/09/2022
- Apply by:
- 5 June 2022
Job overview
Post: Teaching Assistant Level 2
Contract term: Temporary (for 1 year in the first instance)
Salary: Grade 3 (£19,650 to £20,043)
(actual £16,807 - £17,143 under 5 years’ service)
Contract Type: 37 hours per week/39 weeks per year
Commencement Date: September 2022
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant at Newfield School. Whilst this is a full-time role, part-time applicants would be considered. The successful candidate will provide in class support to SEND students within a variety of subject areas. The role will include working under the teacher’s direction to promote learning with students across continuous provision.
Ideal for someone wanting to pursue a career in teaching we are looking for a caring, motivated and flexible individual who has a commitment to raising standards. In addition to good numeracy and literacy skills, the essential requirements are excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience of working with young people in a school setting and providing general student support is essential.
Newfield School is part of Mercia Learning Trust, one of the most successful Trusts in the Yorkshire and Humber region, changes the lives of over 3000 children and young people in Sheffield and is continuing to grow.
You will be passionate and committed in supporting young people both in and out of the classroom and have a robust knowledge of how special educational needs can impact young people. You will have an understanding of the Curriculum and be enthusiastic in supporting the rapid progress of all students.
Applicants should be resilient, fast thinking and able to work independently. Most importantly, applicant will be passionate in supporting young people to achieve and thrive. This is a challenging position that requires a very disciplined and organised applicant. Each day will bring new challenges and hurdles but should provide immense satisfaction. Initially for one year there could be the opportunity for this to be extended for outstanding members of staff.
If this excites you and you believe you have the necessary skills for this role, we would welcome your interest and application.
To apply please submit a Trust application form to recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk
Please note we do NOT accept CV’s or Council application forms.
Closing date for applications is Sunday 5 June 2022
Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 13 June
Attached documents
About Newfield Secondary School
- Newfield Secondary School
- Lees Hall Road, Sheffield
- South Yorkshire
- S8 9JP
- United Kingdom
About Newfield Secondary School
Newfield School is a mainstream, co-educational, secondary academy for children aged 11-16. It is situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and there are approximately 1050 pupils on its roll.
Newfield School is part of Mercia Learning Trust, a successful multi-academy trust partnership of schools in the south of Sheffield. One of the benefits of our partnership is that all Newfield students are guaranteed a place in the Sixth Form at King Ecgbert School, if they wish, providing they meet the entry requirements for their chosen courses.
At Newfield School we passionately believe that 'Achievement leads to Opportunity and Choice' and this is underpinned by our three values;
* We are high performing because we are curious and have a thirst for knowledge
* We are considerate and value our community
* We succeed through commitment and relentless ambition
Newfield School places students at the centre of all it does. It prides itself on being fully inclusive and caters to students' individual needs and development. The secondary school has high expectations and its goal is to improve life chances for each pupil irrespective of their starting point. Teachers provide an outstanding education for pupils and ensure their time at school is happy and fulfilling.
Ofsted report
Our OFSTED report of March 2022 highlighted the excellent relationships, high expectations and pride in our school.
"This is an inclusive school with a diverse and happy community. Pupils are polite and courteous and typically treat people with respect".
"Leaders are ambitious for all pupils at this school. They have high expectations for pupils' work and behaviour. Pupils and staff are proud to be members of the school community". OFSTED March 2022
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