Teaching Assistant

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to contribute to the growth and development of our school, and to support our fantastic students to achieve their potential.

About the role

All aspects of the role and responsibilities are focused on having an impact on the children at our school.

Some examples of our expectations include:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils
• Assist in the implementation of Termly Outcome Plans and Individual Behaviour Plans for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social and independence skills
• Support class teachers in photocopying, proofreading and other administrative tasks in order to support teaching

About You

• Have a Level 2 qualification (GCSE or equivalent) in Maths and English or suitable equivalent experience
• Have an understanding of child development and learning
• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
• Ability to take an active role in the support of PE lessons
• Can effectively use ICT to support learning
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Ability to work flexibly, throughout the school, meeting the needs of students in a range of contexts
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills

If you share our passion for making a real difference to the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, this could be a great role for you. Previous special school experience is not necessary.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should complete the online application via the My New Term portal,.

In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CV’s cannot be accepted and you will need to complete an online application form to be considered for this position

More information about this role can be found in our candidate information pack.

At The Gallery Trust, inclusion is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcome, respected, and supported throughout our recruitment process. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or have any additional needs that may require adjustments at any stage of your application or interview, please let us know. We are very happy to talk with you about what would help you feel comfortable and able to perform at your best. This might include providing information in alternative formats, allowing extra time, or making practical adjustments to the process. You can contact our recruitment team in confidence at [email removed] or by calling [phone removed]. We are here to help and would love to hear from you.

The Gallery Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment with The Gallery Trust is subject to verification of ID and qualifications, satisfactory evidence of the right to work in the UK, health clearance, NCTL and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check. The Gallery Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from candidates from all ethnic and community backgrounds.