ASPEN 2 Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Woodlands; Whitfield; On-site; GBP 1,000 - 2,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Whitfield is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work with pupils with profound, severe, and complex learning needs. The role involves supporting 1:1 and in small groups, as well as assisting with personal care. Applicants should exhibit energy, determination, and teamwork skills. This position offers excellent professional development and well-being benefits, making it a fulfilling opportunity within a committed team dedicated to inclusivity and student welfare.

Benefits

Fully funded access to healthcare services

High-quality CPD access

Regular wellbeing and social activities

Counselling and mental wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Staff recognition awards

Free parking with E chargers

Qualifications

• Experience in a Special Needs school environment is preferred.
• Passion for supporting students with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in small groups or 1:1 settings.
• Assist with personal care for pupils with physical disabilities.
• Uphold values of inclusivity and proactive behavior response.

Skills

Energy

Determination

Teamwork

Job description

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work with our pupils in Aspen 2 who have a range of profound, severe and complex learning needs and disabilities. In Aspen 2, we believe that all pupils, regardless of any barrier can be successful and live a fulfilling life.

Aspen 2 offers a unique curriculum and approach to pupils, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). These roles may involve supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, or in small class settings to succeed and achieve. The roles may also include personal care for some of our pupils with physical disabilities.

We are looking someone with energy, determination, enthusiasm and teamwork skills to join our friendly and forward looking school. We welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistant who have worked in a Special Needs school environment; alternatively, you may have a passion for supporting students with additional needs and be looking for your first opportunity to develop your skills. We have a varied and interesting professional development programme that shows the value we place in our support team colleagues. We are looking for someone who will uphold our values of inclusivity and proactive response to communication and behaviour, as well as a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of young people.

We would welcome potential candidates to visit Aspen 2 to meet our wonderful pupils and staff team. To get a sense of our Aspen 2 community please visit our website https://www.dccacademy.com/aspen-2 and the Dover Christ Church Academy Facebook page.

Benefits of Working for Turner Schools:

We care about our staff's personal and professional wellbeing and are pleased to offer the following benefits:

• Fully funded access to Benenden Healthcare providingaccess to healthcare services such as Medical Diagnostics, Medical Treatment and Surgery, Physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and Mental Health helplines for permanent members of staff
• As part of a multi academy trust, you will have access to high quality CPD through our Turner Institute and a range of progression routes across our schools.
• Regular wellbeing and social activities
• Counselling and mental wellbeing support
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to work scheme
• Innovation Awards that encourage staff to put forward innovative ideas to make a difference to children’s experiences
• Trust Vision and Values awards to recognise staff contribution
• Free parking on all our sites with access to E chargers

Our staff tell us that the Trust is a supportive and motivational place to work, with real attention paid to staff wellbeing, workload and professional development. Further information about our Trust can be found on our website: www.turnerschools.com

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8.30 - 3.30 and Thursdays 8.30 - 5.30

ASPEN Allowance £1,695 (£1,340 pro rata) per annum

Term Time + INSET days

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.