Teaching Assistant

As a growing school, we are seeking to appoint committed and talented professionals to join our team. For the right candidate, the start date for this role can be flexible. We warmly encourage prospective applicants to arrange a visit to the school to meet members of the Senior Leadership Team and gain an insight into our learning environment. Interviews will be scheduled upon receipt of a suitable application.

Cherry Tree School, Walsall is part of a rapidly growing group of independent special schools with locations in Walsall, Staffordshire and Cheshire, providing exceptional, holistic care, education and therapy to children from 4 to 18 with a range of complex social, emotional and mental health difficulties and learning needs. Due to our continued growth we are recruiting for Teaching Assistants.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and staff and the highest priority is given to following all safeguarding guidance and regulations. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS clearance (with children’s barred list check) (Company pays). We are committed to equality and value diversity.

Are you passionate about supporting the education of pupils with complex social, emotional, mental health and/or cognition and learning difficulties.

Able to manage pupil behavior in an environment where physical intervention maybe needed to ensure the safety of children and staff.

Willing to support the personal care needs of pupils.

Qualifications in supporting teaching and learning and/or experience of working with children is desirable, but not essential as comprehensive training will be provided. What is important to us is that you have the right attitude and personality to thrive in our school.

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team and support the educational development of children. The role involves assisting teachers in providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging educational activities
• Assist with the care and supervision of toddlers
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues
• Provide additional help to students with special educational needs
• Collaborate with educators in creating inclusive learning experiences
• Work closely with individuals on the autism spectrum

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & well-being programme
• Free Lunch
• Staff Discount

Schedule:

• 35 hours per week - Start time 08:45 am Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £22,509.62 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: In person