Penarth Group School
The School is registered with Ofsted for registration up to 27 Students
128 Reddish Road, Reddish, Stockport, SK5 7JG
Tel: 0161 483 1212
https://www.penarthgroupschool.co.uk
SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract term: full time - permanent
Salary: £21,324.38 per annum
Hours per week: 37.5 Hours (Term time only)
Penarth Group School is a Specialist Independent day School for boys and girls and is part of the Penarth Group. It is registered with the Department for Education (DfE) to meet the needs of up to 27 pupils between the ages of 11- 18 years. Admissions are through Authority placements/referrals.
The Headteacher, along with the Board of Governors at Penarth Group School are seeking to appoint highly motivated and talented individuals to join our school.
The Teaching Assistant shall be responsible for ensuring that the school's aims and ethos permeate all aspects of their work with all students and promote the aims of the school through the implementation of the policies of PGS. In carrying out their duties the Teaching Assistant shall consult with colleagues and parents/carers and to support the Headteacher and staff in the administration of support, intervention and provision.
In carrying out their duties the Teaching Assistant will work collaboratively as part of a team and lead by good example: being punctual and presenting themselves in a professional manner at all times. There will be full engagement and participation in all staff meetings and CPD and carry out their duties as a Teaching Assistant under the direction of the Headteacher/SENDCo.
The successful candidate will benefit from:
· Governors who have high expectations and are positive and supportive.
· Staff that are focused on school improvement and fully aligned to the school’s ethos, vision, and values.
· Supportive parents/carers who are dedicated to school success.
· Good OFSTED rating in April 2023
The successful candidate will:
· Have successful experience, working with and supporting students who have additional and complex needs and behavioural complexities.
· Have the character and values that align with a school focused both upon inclusivity and striving for much higher achievement and attainment.
· Have high expectations for students and demonstrate a track record of improving outcomes for students.
This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Visits to school are warmly welcomed. If you would like an informal talk /school tour about the school, please contact the Headteacher.
CV ‘s are welcome, however, an application form can be obtained by contacting the Headteacher.
The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure & Barring Service of which the cost will be borne by Penarth Group.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £21,324.38 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- SEN education: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
