Teaching and Learning Assistant
Ref: SCH-PLT-0071Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: N5 (£13.93 - £14.91 per hour)The Role
Full Time (37 hours per week) - Part Time considered
N5 (£13.93 - £14.91 per hour) Term Time plus 5 Training Days
Actual Salary £23,075 - £24,703
FTE Salary £26,873 - £28,770
Gilbert Ward Academy is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our team. As a brand-new, state-of-the-art secondary age special school that opened its doors in September 2023, we are at the forefront of providing exceptional education for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Located in Blyth, Northumberland, our academy currently serves 32 pupils, with plans to expand our capacity to 80 pupils over the next two years. This expansion represents a unique chance for the successful candidate to play a crucial role in shaping our school’s provision and establishing a lasting legacy in the field of special education.
As a valued member of our team, you will work closely with the class teacher and the leadership team to support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning for our pupils. You will help them to overcome barriers to learning, develop their social and emotional skills, and achieve their full potential. You will also contribute to the development of a positive and inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of all our pupils.
If you are ready to make a significant impact in the lives of our pupils and be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking community, we would love to hear from you. This is a chance to be at the heart of something truly special. Be part of our journey at Gilbert Ward Academy, where together, we can create a brighter future for our pupils.
To learn more about Gilbert Ward Academy and Prosper Learning Trust, please visit https://www.prosperlearningtrust.co.uk
Prosper Learning Trust was established in January 2018 with Newcastle Bridges School and Mary Astell Academy. Thomas Bewick School joined in 2019, Harry Watts opened in September 2020 and Gilbert Ward Academy opened in September 2023. We are striving to further build collaboration across the schools and grow as a Multi Academy Trust, whilst continuing to strengthen our relationships with schools outside the MAT for the benefit of our pupils.
The successful candidate will be deployed at Gilbert Ward Academy but will be expected to work at any Prosper Learning Trust site should the need arise.
The Trust is proud to say that we match the Real Living Wage and we also offer successful candidates:
- A friendly and supportive team of staff who are willing to share expertise and learn from one another
- Opportunities for career development and support with development through Trust wide CPD programmes
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and support from the Trust's Wellbeing Network Group
- Access to either Teacher's Pension or Local Government Pension Scheme
Full details can be found on https://www.prosperlearningtrust.co.uk/121/why-work-for-us
Please note that all successful candidates will be required to complete an online pre-employment medical questionnaire.
Skills
| Experience/Knowledge | |
|---|---|
| Experience of advancing progress of pupils of relevant age within a learning environment or relevant experience of working with venerable adults or children |
Essential
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| Supervision of classroom support staff. And experience of managing a small team |
Desirable
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| Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities. |
Desirable
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| Working knowledge of school policies on Child Protection, Health and Safety, Behaviour, Teaching and Learning and other integrated working processes |
Desirable
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| Working knowledge of national or foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/ strategies |
Desirable
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| Experience of administering, assessing and marking tests |
Desirable
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| Experience of managing pupil behaviour and supervising pupils under an agreed system of supervision and processes of integrated working |
Desirable
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| Have an up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to safer working practice for those staff working with children and young people in an education setting |
Desirable
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Should indicate an acceptance of, and a commitment to, the principles of the Academy's Equal Rights policies and practices as they relate to employment issues and to the delivery of services to the trust |
Essential
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| Ability to work outside |
Essential
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| Ability to work outside normal trust hours if the need arises |
Desirable
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| Ability to manage own time well to meet competing demands |
Essential
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| A positive attitude and commitment to equality |
Essential
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| Highly motivated showing resilience and reliability |
Essential
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| Experience of working in a team with a flexible approach |
Essential
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| Commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people |
Essential
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes. |
Desirable
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| Excellent Communication and inter-personal skills |
Essential
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| Able to respond positively and effectively to unexpected problems and situations. |
Essential
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| Able to relate well to children and adults and in particular able to establish positive relationships with pupils. |
Essential
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| Able to work with minimal supervision |
Essential
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| Able to work constructively as part of a team and with a flexible approach to work |
Essential
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| Good ICT skills and the proven ability to use them effectively to support learning |
Essential
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| Relevant Skills | |
| Ability to maintain confidentiality |
Essential
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| Qualifications | |
| 4 GCSEs Grade A-C (or equivalent) including Maths and English |
Essential
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| Qualifications and Training | |
| NVQ Level 3 in Teaching Assistant or equivalent |
Essential
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| Training in relevant learning strategies and specialist knowledge in particular curriculum areas |
Desirable
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| Willingness to undertake minibus training |
Desirable
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| Willingness to undertake first aid and medication training |
Desirable
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Safeguarding Information
Prosper Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, as well as vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to apply for Disclosure from the DBS.
The Trust actively promotes equality of opportunity with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. The Trust selects all candidates for employment based on their skills, qualifications and experience, in comparison against the person specification.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If you are invited for interview, you will be required to disclose convictions that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Certain spent convictions and cautions will be ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed. Full details on protected convictions and information about which convictions must be declared during job applications can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. You will be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure and Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. This role will include Regulated Activities and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure is required for this post. Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise.
Gilbert Ward Academy
Princess Louise Site
Blyth
Northumberland
NE24 2TS.
Barry Reed
admin@gilbertwardacademy.co.uk