Role Overview
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching & Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated SEND team. This role will primarily support pupils within the English department, with a particular focus on learners with English as an Additional Language (EAL). The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide targeted support, helping pupils to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.
This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in pupils’ learning and development.
School background
St Joseph’s is a co‑educational, 11‑16 Catholic voluntary‑aided school in the diocese of Clifton and the county of Wiltshire. Our aim is to provide a caring educational environment where each person is valued and is given the dignity due to a child of God. Everyone in our school is here for a purpose, to learn each day and to widen their knowledge, experience and imaginative understanding.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils within the English department, especially those with EAL.
- Work closely with teaching staff to provide targeted support that enables pupils to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.
- Assist in implementing inclusive practice and safeguarding measures as required.
Qualifications
- Good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language.
- Level 2 or above Teaching Assistant qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
- Previous experience of working with EAL pupils.
- Understanding of the education system and how children learn.
- Sound grasp of inclusive practice, confidentiality, safeguarding and child protection issues.
What we can offer you
- A supportive, driven and highly committed governing body and teaching and support staff.
- Enthusiastic and keen to learn students.
- CPD programme and ongoing professional development of the highest standard.
- Free onsite parking.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Local Authority Healthcare Cashplan – cover towards optical and dental, private consultations and therapy appointments.
- Access to discount scheme that includes over 300 stores.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – allows eligible staff to purchase a bike/safety equipment.
- Tax and national insurance relief on the part of your salary that is “sacrificed” to pay for the bike or childcare vouchers.
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