Package Description
SEND Teaching Assistant – Southpark Enterprise College, Newdown Court, Newdown Road, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, DN17 2TX
Salary: £26,228 - £27,593 | Full Time (37.5 hours/week)
Purpose of the Role
To support teaching and learning by assisting teachers in delivering education and care to pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours. The Teaching Assistant will embody the EPIC values and adhere strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct to create a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment that promotes pupil wellbeing and achievement.
At Southpark Enterprise College
South Park Enterprise College is an independent SEMH specialist school for students aged 11-16, many with EHCPs and diagnoses such as ADHD or ASD. We provide a safe, nurturing environment for young people who have struggled in mainstream schools or face exclusion.
Key Responsibilities
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Support and mentor students with their learning in class, at home, and through outdoor activities
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Help prepare materials and support lessons, focusing on behaviour management
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Write daily reports on student progress and challenges
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Regularly communicate with parents and caregivers
Requirements
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A committed and passionate view of students with SEND and SEMH
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At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision
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A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous
Benefits of Joining Keys Group
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NEST enhanced pension scheme
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Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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Access to a blue light discount card
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Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
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Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
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Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
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Life assurance
Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.
Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.
Safeguarding
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.
More can be found about Keys Group and our Therapeutic Education Services here
School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.
Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.
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