Support Assistant (SA) – Key Stage 1 and 2 – Talbot House Children’s Charity (School)
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School:
Talbot House Childrens Charity - School -
Location:
Newcastle -
Salary:
£20,748.00 (this is the actual salary you will receive, and is not subject to a pro-rata calculation). -
Hours:
33.25 hours per week during term time, Monday to Thursday: 8:30am to 3:15pm and Friday: 8:30am to 2:45pm. -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
10th Nov 2024
Talbot House Children’s Charity have introduced a new job role, and we are now looking to recruit Support Assistants (SAs), to work in our growing school, across KS1 & KS2 (known internally as our Blue Zone).
The suitable applicants will ideally have experience of working with SEN pupils/children with complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, Trauma and attachment, some of pupils may have multiple needs.
We are a small non-maintained school with pupils ranging from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4. Class sizes are rarely bigger than 6 pupils.
If you believe you have what it takes to become part of our fantastic team please apply.
Starting date is as soon as possible, pending your notice period.
Hours of work are: term time, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 3:15pm, and 8:30am to 2:45pm on a Friday. A total of 33.25 hour per week, including paid lunch periods.
Salary: £20,748.00 per annum (this is the actual salary that you will receive, and is not subject to a pro-rata deduction).
Working at the Charity you will:
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receive death in service benefit, equal to 4 x basic salary, plus many other benefits such as employer assist program (EAP), GP and physio access and more.
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be offered access to an independent financial advisor.
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have the option of joining the Charity’s competitive pension scheme, matching contributions up to 6.75%.
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attend staff events.
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work with a passionate team.
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work in a bright and modern environment, with ample parking and grounds.
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be provided with free meals while at work.
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be provided with items of uniform, which you can wear if you wish.
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be added to the DBS update service, paid for by the Charity.
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have opportunities to undertake training and gain further qualifications relevant to the role.
To apply please fully complete our application form, using the personal specification to help you complete the ‘Personal Statement’ section of the form. Applicants who read our Tips for Applicants document before completing this section of our application form are more likely to be offered an interview. You will find our Tips for Applicants document and Application Form attached above. Please send your completed application form to: hr@talbothousecc.org.uk
Closing Date: Midnight, 10 November 2024.
Shortlisting: w/c Monday 11 November 2024.
1st Interview Date: w/c Monday 11 or 18 November 2024.
If you have any queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR on 0191 229 0111 or email the HR Department at:
Note: The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Please see the Job Description and Personal Specification for full details.
We can only accept a Charity Application Form for this role. We are not able to accept CVs for any role. If you submit a CV it will not be reviewed. Please view our Safer Recruitment Policy. Applicants should be aware that any relevant issues arising from their declarations and references will be addressed at interview.
Supporting documents
Application FormOther Supporting Documents:
Tips for Applicants - PLEASE READ, this will help with your application Job Description & Personal Specification Diversity Monitoring FormTalbot House Childrens Charity - School
Talbot House Children’s Charity Limited is situated in the North East of England and comprises a special educational needs school and a residential care home for children.
The Charity provides a positive alternative for children and young adults who have had difficulties in mainstream provision. These young people are at a higher level of risk emotionally and/or physically. They can also be experiencing educational and social exclusion.
Talbot House Children’s Charity aims to help young people with complex needs to bridge the transition into adult life and have opportunities to flourish in society, with confidence.
Enhancing self-esteem and providing a nurturing approach are fundamental principles at Talbot House and require sensitivity and non-rejection as a cornerstone. They are fully embraced by an expert team in place, who strive to develop positive outcomes for young people in their care.
Talbot House is a registered children’s charity, which provides a nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people with complex needs.
We aim to ensure every child aspires to become the best they can be. To achieve this, our staff must also aspire to be the best they can be and share our values; to care for, respect and support one another in this endeavour.
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