TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3

Location

Oswaldtwistle School, BB5 3DA
Union Road
Tel: 01254 231553
School website: www.oswaldtwistle.org

Summary

TEACHING ASSISTANTS LEVEL 3 at Oswaldtwistle School

The successful candidate will be highly experienced and have the ability to inspire and motivate vulnerable young people, who for one reason or another have struggled /are struggling to successfully engage with their mainstream education.

Oswaldtwistle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the conducting of an on-line check, an Enhanced DBS check and a fitness to work declaration.

School is fully committed to equality and valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education.

Please be aware that references will be requested immediately after the shortlisted candidates have been selected to ensure that they have been received prior to interview.

Closing date 06/01/25 at Noon

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Desirable Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 or above qualification (or equivalent) 

Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English /Literacy or Mathematics/Numeracy 

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children

Experience of working in a relevant classroom environment

Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

Desirable Experience

Experience of Administrative Work

For an informal discussion please contact:

Headteacher

Proposed Interview Date:

14/01/2024 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.