Astrea Academy Hiring for Teaching Assistant Job at Cottenham, England , UK Full Time

Teaching Assistant – Cottenham Village College

Part time, 32.5 hours per week

Grade 1 – point 2 – 3 – £20,623 – £20,812 pro rata per annum

Cottenham Village College has an exciting opportunity for Level 1 Teaching Assistants to join their team on either a fixed term contract for the academic year or as a potential permanent role!

As our Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role within the SEND department ensuring that effective support is provided to students. The SEND department is made up of the Student Learning Centre and the Hearing Support Centre and provides a holistic approach that delivers a safe and welcoming environment where students are supported in reaching their academic and social goals. We have an inclusive ethos with high expectations, targets and systems for early identification of barriers to learning and participation.

We believe that educational inclusion is about equal opportunities for all learners whatever their age, gender, ethnicity, impairment, attainment and background and we ensure that all children are included in both curricular and extra-curricular activities including educational trips and visits. Teaching Assistants may specialise in different subject areas and additional needs as well as providing support in the following areas:

• cognition and learning
• communication and Interaction
• social, mental and emotional health
• sensory and/or physical needs.

We are looking for individuals who:

• have good interpersonal skills
• are good communicators
• are confident and enjoy working with young people
• feel comfortable in a classroom environment
• have the ability to deal calmly and sensitively with students
• have specialism, knowledge or experience of working with young people with ASD or SEMH
• are confident in the use of ICT to support teaching and departmental administration, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• have at least GCSE Level with excellent standards of Maths and English.

About Us

Cottenham Village College is a successful school, situated close to the beautiful city of Cambridge, where you will find dedicated, well-behaved pupils and friendly, supportive staff who are committed to comprehensive education. We believe that truly great evidence-informed teaching, delivering an ambitious curriculum for all, is key to improving students’ outcomes. Come and join us!

Astrea Academy Trust are fully committed to being diverse and inclusive workforce where together we can embrace each other’s unique individuality, background and heritage. We are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’ – we believe that by reflecting and representing the communities and people we serve, we will better and further the life chances of our pupils.

In return, we can offer you:

• Generous Annual Leave entitlement
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working opportunities from your first day
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Continued professional development and training opportunities
• Free on-site parking.

Interested in applying?

If this is something you’re interested in, looking for a new challenge, have a passion for education or maybe all of the above, please visit our website to take a look at the Applicant Brief to find out more about the role and to apply.

The closing date for all applications is 4th December 2022,

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 32.5 per week

Salary: £20,623.00-£20,812.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: One location