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Key stage
Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
Full time: Term-time, 33.5hrs per week
Contract type
Permanent
Pay scale
Band E (actual £21,326.24 to £23,134.01)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our department within the Additionally Resourced Provision for students with Complex Communication and Interaction (CCI) needs including those with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
The ideal candidate will:
Have mainstream and/or special school support experience in relevant key stage(s).
Have a good level of experience of working with pupils with special educational needs, in particular children with communication and interaction needs and autism.
Have experience of working closely with families.
Have experience in developing effective classroom practice with other staff.
Be educated to GCSE level '4/C' or equivalent including English and Maths or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience to that level.
What the school offers its staff
The trust offers a wide range ofbenefits including employee assistance programmes catering for the individualwellbeing needs of staff, wellbeing champions and designated wellbeing resourcesfor staff.
flexible working opportunities (where practical), occupational sickpay, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave, competitivepension schemes with the opportunity for shared cost AVCs, money saving 'salarysacrifice' cycle scheme and tech scheme.
Further details about the role This post is based in the Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) within Royds Hall, which provides support for children with complex communication and interaction needs, their families and designated local mainstream schools.
This Additionally Resourced Provision is part of a range of provisions for children with complex communication and interaction difficulties including those with autistic spectrum conditions.
The postholder is required to work as part of a specialist team including teachers, support staff and a range of other professionals to support the learning and welfare of all targeted children and where appropriate ensure smooth transition of children to their designated local school.
As a specialist teaching assistant in the ARP, you will be required to provide skilled delivery and support which increases student independence under the direction of the teacher in charge and classroom teachers.
This role includes organising and providing learning and educational activities, developing skills, supporting integration and transition, securing children's physical and emotional well-being, whilst raising self-esteem and encouraging independence.
The role will involve delivering support for children with complex needs on a one to one and small group basis either in or out of the classroom or in ARP.
The post also involves working in partnership with parents/carers and families in order to build confidence and trust.
Under the guidance of the Teacher in charge of ARP provide one to one support to students or working with groups of students on pre-planned activities, to reinforce the teachers approach and to support the learning to maximise student progress and achievements.
To work alongside pastoral teams to provide support to achieve positive outcomes and meet the needs of children, their families and school.
To support colleagues in school, as appropriate, in developing effective support strategies, reduce barriers to learning and in the implementation of additional needs and other plans to meet students needs.
To implement appropriate communication and access arrangements and to enable access to learning.
To implement relevant and appropriate Autistic Spectrum Condition support processes under the direction of the teacher, or advanced teaching assistant.
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To use the latest materials, resources and approaches,under the direction of the teacher, or advanced Teaching Assistant, in order tobest meet the needs of children with Autistic Spectrum Condition.
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To assist with the preparation and tidying of theclassroom and upkeep of resources.
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To participate in and assist in the supervision ofeducational visits in conjunction with the teacher/line manager.
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To build strong working relationships with teachersand other departments.
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Actively encourage the inclusion of all students toparticipate in the life and activities of the school and access the nationalcurriculum to the best of their ability.
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Liaise with curriculum departments, pastoral andprovision team staff to help the teacher ensure the needs of all students aremet fully.
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Ensure key staff and parents/carers are informed ofprogress and developments through regular feedback and updates.
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Maintain regular, positive contact with staff,students and parents involved in the ARP.
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Proactive liaison with Additionally ResourcedProvision colleagues and teachers to help the students make strong progressovertime.
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Contribute to reports in relation to student progressand assist in the preparation of Pupil Profiles, Support Plan, IEP's, and EHCPlans as required.
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Contribute towards relevant referrals to outsideagencies to access support for students.
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Seek feedback about own performance and the quality ofsupport offered.
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To provide cover for break and lunchtime as directedby the teacher in charge or senior members of staff, ensuring the post holderactively upholds and promotes the philosophies of the school.
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Undertake professional development to ensure ownknowledge is up to date and to develop professionally.
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As part of your wider duties and responsibilities youare required to promote and actively support the school's responsibilitiestowards Safeguarding.
Safeguarding is about keeping people safe and protectingpeople from harm, neglect, abuse and injury.It is about creating safe places, being vigilant and doing somethingabout any concerns you might have.
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Carry out your duties with due regard to current andfuture School policies, procedures and relevant legislation.
These will be drawn to your attention in yourappointment letter, your statement of particulars, induction, and on-goingperformance development and through College communications.
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To ensure that ARP students are fully included in allaspects of school life.
Commitment to safeguarding
SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to the "Keeping Children Safe in Education" guidance.
All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe.
An enhanced DBS is required for every post
Applying for the job
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