Teaching Assistant Level 2 + SNA

Cherry Tree School

The Orchards Federation

Highfield Road

Farnworth

Bolton

BL4 0NS

01204 335883

2  x Permanent Teaching Assistant Level 2 + SNA

Start date: ASAP

Hours: 30 hrs (20 hrs SNA/10 hrs TA 2 rate) per week Term Time + 5 Inset Days

Salary: Grade D pt 6 - pt 11 £23893.00 - £25979.00 pro rata

            Actual Salary £16,588 - £18,037 per annum plus SNA

(NVQ 2, BTEC 2 or equivalent qualifications)

We are looking for 2 Teaching Assistants Level 2 + SNA to join our vibrant, happy school.  The role will include; supporting individuals, children with Autism/Challenging behaviour and working 1:1 with some of our children who require help to develop and encourage them in their learning.  Must be experienced working with children with SEMH/SEND.  Knowledge of Read Write Inc is desirable and using the Ladywood Assessment Scheme.

In December 2021 Ofsted’s judgement was Good. Cherry Tree is very diverse and can be challenging and rewarding in equal measure. The Ofsted judgement is indicative of the excellent progress the school has made from the previous Ofsted in December 2017. Support for children with SEND was highlighted as a strength. Your skills, knowledge and commitment to our children are paramount to our children’s success.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your excellent skills of working with children to achieve our School Mission Statement:

‘Growing, Learning Sharing, Laughing, – Celebrating Success Together!

We can offer:

·        A unique opportunity to work as part of a federation

·        A friendly / supportive / enthusiastic/ committed staff

·        Excellent CPD opportunities

We are looking for teaching assistants who can demonstrate:

·        To have an awareness of school curriculum

·        Good personal numeracy and literacy skills

·        An awareness of inclusion especially within a school setting.

·        A commitment to high standards for all

·        A commitment to inclusion and valuing diversity

·        Excellent individual/team classroom staff member

Closing date:                             Monday 6 May 2024 9.00 am

Shortlisting:                             Wednesday 8 May 2024 1.00 pm

Observations:                           w/c 13 May 2024 and 20^th May 2024

 Interviews:                               Wednesday 22 May 2024

For an application pack please download from Greater Jobs website or from the School’s website.

Please email completed application forms to recruitment@theorchards.bolton.sch.uk  

(Ref: CT Perm TA 2)

Additional information should be no more than two sides of A4.

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

An equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from all sectors of the community

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