Jobs, fresher vacancy - Specialist Learning Support Assistants (TA3) • Lancashire

Company: Fylde Coast Academy Trust

Lancashire

Specialist Learning Support Assistants (TA3) Salary: TA3: Grade D, Points 7-11 on the NJC Pay Scale (pro rata: between £19,391 - £20,668 per annum) Contract: 32.5 hours per week, Permanent, Term Time + 5 days Posts: We have a number of posts available to join our central team of staff to work at Westminster Primary Academy and across our FCAT primary/secondary/all through schools. Start Date: As soon as possible Join Team FCAT TA3 qualified or apprenticeship To develop our support at a specialist level to children in class or with an education, health and care plan (EHCP) in our schools, we have created a team of Learning Support Assistants to work in our primary and secondary schools. There are around 20 colleagues currently working in this team. If you are already qualified at Level 3 or looking to develop your career further through a Level 3 TA apprenticeship - this is a great opportunity for you! You will work in school to provide specialist support to children with an education, health and care plan across a range of needs; including working to support students’ emotional regulation and mental health and delivering specialist interventions. What are we looking for? We are looking for colleagues who are passionate about supporting learning and building positive relationships with children with a range of needs and have or are looking to develop the specialist qualifications,knowledge, skills, abilities and experience to do so. What we can offer you: As part of this team, you will be initially and predominantly based in one school to support children, however there will be opportunities to work across schools or with different children. The team provides a clear network for support, growth and development. This team will work closely with the class teachers, SENCo and teams in school as well as the trust’s SEND Director. Working as a TA in school means you can support children to learn and develop; but also provides excellent career opportunities in Teaching Assistant as well as experience to apply for teacher training opportunities across the Trust. Why choose FCAT? Ongoing CPD including New - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset Term time employment supporting longer holidays Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - employer contributions above 16% Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues 24/7 access to free health support services via Smartclinic Cycle to work scheme Free annual flu vaccine Blackpool Council travel discount Childcare voucher scheme Free eye tests Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter . How to apply: To apply for this post please visit our website and complete the online application form and equal opportunities form at www.fcat.org.uk/job-vacancies We have a number of posts available to join our central pool of staff to work at Westminster Primary Academy or across any of our FCAT primary/secondary schools. Closing time and date for applications is 9.00am on Friday 29th November 2024Interview and Assessment day will be held on Friday 6th December 2024 For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Donna Cross, at donna.cross@fcat.org.uk The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all. Fylde Coast Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise our commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Pay: £19,391.00-£20,668.00 per year Expected hours: 32.5 per week Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person