TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2A

Location

Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood, Melbourne Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 8AY (777 on roll)

Tel: 01253 872659
School website: www.cardinalallen.co.uk

Summary

The governors of this very successful Catholic High School wish to appoint a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our Learning Support Team. The post is for 30 hours per week, term time only.

Cardinal Allen is a great place to work and an excellent community to belong to. We receive tremendous support from our parent body and a committed group of Governors. Our pupils actively engage in all aspects of school life, and there is a culture of mutual support and openness.

The successful candidate will:

Work as part of the Learning Support Team to address the needs of pupils and their parents/carers who require additional support to overcome the barriers to learning;

Be enthusiastic, resourceful and keen to ensure that the highest possible standards are maintained, personal development and well-being are achieved;

Have the skills to play a key role in the continued development of this key area;

Be willing to go the extra mile for our pupils.


THE LEARNING SUPPORT DEPARTMENT

The learning support department includes a team of SENDCo, Assistant SENDCo, Teaching Assistants and SEND Support Manager. We are committed to promoting an inclusive environment where expectations are high and pupils are encouraged to grow in independence. We take a very pupil-centred approach and work with pupils with a range of needs, ensuring that every voice is heard and pupils receive the best possible care and support. 

THE ROLE

We are looking for a Level 2a Teaching Assistant to work as part of the Learning Support Team to address the needs of pupils and their parents/carers who require additional support to overcome the barriers to learning.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, energy, and the ability to contribute to the work of a successful team.  The successful candidate needs to have excellent communication skills and be able to work with both pupils and their families.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Essential Qualifications

First Aid certificate or willingness to under training

Desirable Qualifications

NVQ Level 2 or above qualification – appropriate to the post (or equivalent) or significant experience working in a similar role

GCSE’s or equivalent at Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English

Essential Experience

Can demonstrate in their current role, the capacity to work effectively with a range of people at a professional level

Experience of successfully working with or caring for 11-16 year olds

Experience of working in a school environment

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Outlook and  Word

Desirable Experience

Experience of managing challenging behaviour constructively and consistently using a range of strategies

Experience of working with young people with complex needs

Has knowledge of the use of SIMS

For an informal discussion please contact:

Candidates are more than welcome to call the SENDCO for an informal discussion or to visit the school prior to application (please note it is half term from 24 to 31 October).

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.