Intervention Teaching Assistant

• Temporary (possibility of becoming permanent)
• Full time (9:00am - 3:30pm)
• £83 - £105 p/d (including holiday pay) - depending on experience

The School
A small alternative provision based in Gloucester. The school provides a safe learning environment, and excellent education, for pupils at risk of permanent exclusion. The student body includes looked after pupils, of which many have experienced varying levels of trauma. All students have SEMH needs and are placed here on short/medium term placements. The aim is to reintroduce pupils to mainstream education at some point.
The school is situated in a historic town with beautiful surroundings. It has some public transport links. Two public car parks are located within a short walking distance of the school.

The Role
This is a diverse role consisting of mainly intervention work with small groups of pupils. These will primarily be Maths, English and Science focused. They will also include Art, Photography, ICT, Life Skills, Employability and Humanities. The role will also involve some general cover work within the classroom.
The classes will have no more than 6 students, and often fewer. Under the guidance of senior leaders, you will play an important role in supporting the pastoral development of pupils, with a significant focus on self-regulation skills and increasing self-esteem.
This role would be ideal for an empathetic, motivated and dedicated teaching assistant, with a passion for making a difference in young people's lives. Your day-to-day work will come with challenges, and you will need to be proactive about taking those challenges on. As with many challenging roles, it also comes with huge rewards in terms of making and positive impact and preventing pupils from permanent exclusion.
This role does not require previous experience working in an alternative/specialist provision. The school is open to applications from mainstream teaching assistants who have the right skills, attitude and drive.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted small group work under the direction of teachers and senior leaders.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with pupils.
• Motivate and encourage pupils to reach their full potential.
• Maintain a safe and consistent environment for pupils.
• Uphold the values and ethos of the school.
• Regularly liaise with teacher and senior leaders about pupil progress.

Benefits

• Extremely small classes
• Free hot lunch cooked on site
• Free refreshments throughout day
• Later start time
• Daily opportunity for team debriefs
• Opportunity to work with a supportive and experienced team

Essential Criteria

• Experience working with KS3 pupils (or demonstrate a strong subject knowledge)
• High levels of patience
• Emotional resilience
• A drive to improve students' well-being, self-esteem and self-regulation skills

Desirable Criteria

• HLTA or equivalent Level 4 qualification
• KS3 subject knowledge in Maths, English and Science
• Additional SEND/mental health qualification
• Extra-curricular skills (e.g. drama, painting, gardening)