Job detailsJob role Visa sponsorshipSkilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Key stageKey stage 1, Key stage 2
Working patternFull time
Contract typePermanent
Pay scaleB3 (SCP 7-11) £25,584 - £27,269 Actual Salary: £22,004 - £23,454
What skills and experience we're looking forAs part of The GORSE Academies Trust, we are passionate about ensuring that all children excel - regardless of background or additional needs. Reflecting our commitment to
inclusive education, we areproud to introduce Little London Bridge, a specialist Resource Provisionfor children with Autism and/or Complex
Communication Needs, which opened in January 2025.
This new provision joins our two establishedsettings - Rainbow Base and Horizons - together supporting over
70 primary and secondary pupils with
Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).Little London Bridge is already benefiting from trust-wide expertise while establishing its own strong identity within the vibrant Little London community.
We are now seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join the team at Little London Bridge - a vital and rewarding role that supports the
learning and development of pupils with additional needsand helps foster an
inclusive, nurturing environment.
The ideal applicant will have:
- Completed the DfES Teaching Assistant Induction Programme or hold equivalent qualifications/experience.
- An NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent experience in a classroom setting.
- Experience working with or caring for children of a relevant age.
If you're passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs and committed to creating a
learning culture where childrenthrive as independent, enthusiastic learners, this could be the perfect rolefor you.
What the school offers its staffAs a trust, wewant to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer agenerous
benefits package to our team - as we work together to create are warding future for all including:
- Membership of a teacher or local governmentpension scheme, depending on the role.
- A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in thetrust.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek.
- Discounts and online offers at major highstreet/online retailers.
- £2k Cycle to work scheme.
Commitment to safeguardingOur organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in
education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored.