NJC Scale 3 rate + SEN allowance + A/L entitlement= £101.15 per 7 hour day
NB Friday is a 5 hour day = £72.25
Would you like to work with an Employer who:
· Believes in a healthy work/life balance?
· Has family friendly hours?
· Has appreciation for the work you do?
· Offers an employee assistance programme.
· Who appreciates you?
· Who invests time and money in to your training
Are you:
- Able to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service and adapt to working in a variety of settings?
- Able to remain calm and composed in a challenging situation?
- A positive and friendly outlook?
- Prompt and punctual?
- A 'Glass half full type' of person?
- Non-Judgemental?
- Fully vaccinated against Covid?
The role requires the successful person to work across age ranges. You should have a caring, warm nature, be outgoing, non-judgmental and be able to work as a team. You will have a flexible outlook and good listening skills with the ability to be firm but compassionate in nature.
Working under the direction of the class teacher, you will support the young people in their academic learning as well as in developing their personal, social and communication skills. You will also be expected to carry out physical personal care tasks such as dressing and supporting them to eat their meals.
The candidate will need to take a child out into the community on occasion if appropriate and take part in activities such as swimming.
You should be qualified to at least Level 2 Teaching Assistant with relevant experience in a similar environment. Experience of working with children with SEN is essential and experience of working with visually impaired young people is desirable. More importantly we are looking for team players with a can-do attitude, patience, perseverance, and a drive to make a difference.
The role is term time only and is on a ‘as and when required’ basis
Applications are welcome from those with enthusiasm and commitment. For further information about us please visit our website www.rsblind.org
The post will be subject to a range of pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. There will also be an online check conducted for those shortlisted for interview.
Please note CVs are not accepted.
Closing Date: 6th September 2026
Interviews: w/c 14th September 2016
To Commence ASAP
Job Type: Zero hours contract
Pay: £101.15 per day
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
