Teaching Assistant
| Salary | G6 £25,119 fte (£19,009 actual) |
| Location | West Sussex Alternative Provision College (WSAPC) |
| Address | Cuckfield Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8RE |
| Website | www.apcollege.co.uk/ |
| hr@wsapc.co.uk | |
| Telephone No | 01444232771 |
| Required From | ASAP |
| Contract | Permanent, Part-time, Term-time 32.5 hours per week |
| West Sussex Alternative Provision College (WSAPC) is an educational establishment based across the county on seven separate sites, providing education for pupils whom are permanently excluded, at risk of exclusion or too ill to attend school. Our ethos is to provide FOCUS (Future, Opportunities:, Curriculum, Us, School) for our pupils to re-engage them in their learning and support re-integration to mainstream provision.
What we are looking for: Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in the classroom. We are seeking an individual who can support our teachers and motivate and encourage our pupils. Do you want to work with young people? Can you make a difference to pupils who need extra help and support with their learning? Do you want to join a friendly and committed team to working with young people who may present with challenging behaviours. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, commitment and a positive approach and attitude. About You: Be excellent practitioners with high expectations of all pupils Be passionate about child-centred learning Have excellent organisational and communication skills and enjoy working in a team Preferably have experience of working with young people Be able to make a positive contribution to the ethos of our school Have a firm commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities for all Criteria for role: Maths and English GCSE Grade C/4 or above (OLevel also accepted) (Essential) A good standard of education across a range of subjects Excellent numeracy/literacy skills Working knowledge of national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation The package we can offer: Invaluable experience of working in an Alternative Provision setting Opportunity to work in a rewarding and vibrant team environment Full support and ongoing training Opportunities to progress and work interdepartmentally Inclusion in our School Wellbeing strategy Employee Assistance Programme Term Time only contract LGPS Pension If you are interested in this vacancy and have any questions please email hr@wsapc.co.uk in the first instance. Details of this role, including a job description, and an application pack can be downloaded from the school website at www.apcollege.co.uk or from the links in this advert. Completed application forms should be sent to hr@wsapc.co.uk We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references, social media check and Disclosure & Barring Service check. WSAPC is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications for all vacancies from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We are a flexible employer and welcome requests for part time hours. The closing date is a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process. | |
| Posted Date: | 27 March 2024 |
| Closing Date: | 14 April 2024 |
| Interview Date: | TBC |