Teaching Assistant

Cedars School is part of Cedars Academy Trust, we educate children with complex needs from EYFS to Year 9. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and reliable Teaching Assistant to begin as soon as possible.

Our teaching assistants work closely in a class team to support the learning and personal development of the young people in their care. Our teams provide innovative and inclusive programmes where key skills are embedded within a range of practical and sensory approaches in the classroom, the outdoor environment and in our therapeutic spaces.

Although some experience of working with children with learning difficulties and disabilities would be advantageous, we provide training and support for new members of the team. Being able to work well in a team, having a caring disposition and a commitment
to understanding the learning and emotional needs of our students is essential.

What we offer:
– A well-resourced environment with therapeutic facilities including a soft play space, Sensory Integration
suite, Immersion Technology room, a well-equipped gym and sensory hydrotherapy pool.
– Fantastic children who are eager to learn.
– An opportunity to make a difference to the lives and aspirations of our amazing children and young people
– A friendly and cohesive staff team
– A family friendly and flexible approach to working.
– An opportunity to be part of a forward thinking, inclusive organisation
– An organisation who values and nurtures staff wellbeing
– Access to our well-equipped gym

If you have the energy and enthusiasm to make a real difference to our students, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please email Gareth Kyle, Business Manager at gareth.kyle@cedarstrust.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement
All staff and trustees are committed to our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the
welfare of all children at Cedars Academy. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where
children are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support and protection. Our safeguarding procedures apply to all staff volunteers, visitors and trustees and are consistent with those of the Gateshead Safeguarding Children Partnership