Job Introduction
‘The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community,
where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence.’
(Ofsted, September 2022)
“Outstanding”
(Ofsted, November 2023)
32.5 hours per week term time only (39 weeks)
Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm
Part-time hours will be considered – 19.5 hours, three days per week
We are seeking to recruit a Teaching Assistant in Hampshire’s first All-Through School, recently given an “outstanding” rating by Ofsted.
The successful applicant will join an enthusiastic and committed team in our Primary Phase (Year R to Year 6). The role will suit someone who enjoys working with children, supporting them to become more independent learners. It would suit someone with a particular interest in working with neurodiverse children and children with specific learning needs.
Benefits of working at The Westgate School
- Full induction programme including training and mentoring to ensure your success in the role
- Ongoing personal development including opportunities for specialist qualifications in SEND
- Preferential nursery places in our on-site nursery at a reduced price
- Free on-site parking
- Free use of health and fitness facilities
The successful candidate will:
- Enjoy working with children, building positive relationships in a calm, empathetic way
- Have obtained Maths and English qualifications to GCSE Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent
- Be committed to the highest possible levels of achievement for every pupil
- Be cheerful, flexible and approachable, with a good sense of humour
- Be able to demonstrate high levels of emotional resilience and stay calm under pressure in order to support vulnerable children
- Show initiative within the role and have good time management skills
- Be a hard-working team player, able to work closely with teachers and other adults within the classroom to ensure the best for all our pupils
- Have the patience and the resourcefulness to support and inspire our children with their learning, helping to unlock their potential
- Have a good understanding of child development
- Have excellent communication skills
- Be able to support children’s behaviour for learning and for their self-regulation
- Be enthusiastic and committed to supporting children with specific needs both inside and outside the classroom
- Be keen to participate in professional learning and qualifications
We can offer:
- The chance to be a part of a highly skilled and friendly team and work in all key phases in the All Through School
- The chance to develop your own specialism within the Learning Support Team
- Opportunities to teach small groups of pupils
- Opportunities for training related to special educational needs, including Autism and ABA
- Where there are suitable courses, we are happy to support in Apprenticeship Training
Pre-employment checks:
All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations.
Equal Opportunities:
In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
Job Description and Application forms can be obtained from www.westgate.hants.sch.uk/vacancies or contact HR on recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk
Interview date: 3 December 2024
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Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
