Establishment:
The Deaf Academy
Location:
Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2AU
Salary:
19,027 - 20,286
Department:
School
Job Type:
Full Time Closing Date:
06/01/2025 17:00
Interview Date:
15/01/2025
Start Date:
January 2025 Contract Type:
Permanent
Contract Term:
TTO - Term time only
Hours per Week:
33.50
Weeks per Year:
39.000
Pay Grade:
Learning Support | LL1 Learning Leader (Teaching Assistant) - Academy Monday-Friday 33.5 hours per week Enabling deaf people to acquire language, achieve independence, develop socially and emotionally and excel educationally. Come and help us achieve it. Working at the Deaf Academy, you can be certain that you are part of a team that does its utmost to inspire and enable our young people to thrive. Preparing young people for a happy, healthy and fulfilling future is what it’s all about for us. Are you looking for a new challenge? For a rewarding job where you have the opportunity to make a real difference? If so then we would love to hear from you! As part of this role you will provide support and/or interventions with children or young people in our School or College in academic subjects, addressing the needs of students who need help to overcome barriers to learning and behaviour. This is a variable role working across school and college across different classes, supporting staff professional development, student need and staff absence. Our school has recently been graded as Good, with Outstanding features, so you can be sure that in your role you'll be supported and developed as part of a passionate, skilled team. You will be based within our purpose-built facility in Exmouth; a new world-class Academy that will change the lives of Deaf students, breaking down barriers for our young people and bringing communities together that enable families to thrive. Your role as Learning Leader brings this daily experience to life for our students, supporting them to achieve their individual goals and gain independence. Each day as a School Learning Leader is varied and inspirational - our curriculum is broad and specific to each student, including a chance to bring learning to life through class off-site visits. Classroom sizes are small in order to provide the best learning and communication support to each individual. Staff are well supported through our weekly CPD sessions, and in being sponsored through BSL qualifications to help your professional development. What we offer: A CPD program geared to your specific training needs Sponsorship to achieve qualifications in British Sign Language up to Level 3 Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Life Assurance Free onsite parking Cycle to work scheme Long-term career development within a forward-thinking and innovative organisation Subsidised lunches for £2 Key responsibilities: Contribute effectively to teacher planning and preparation of lessons Monitor student’s participation and progress, providing feedback to teachers and giving constructive support to pupils as they learn Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning Promote and support the inclusion of deaf pupils and all pupils in their learning activities To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults responsible for (or come into contact with) in accordance with the Academy’s Safeguarding Policy & Procedures Contribute to planning, recording and implementation of Student Support Plans Key Requirements: Experience of working within an Education setting (or an equivalent position) Ability to relate well to students, colleagues, other professionals and parents Working knowledge of national/foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning strategies Promote and safeguard the welfare of students/young people The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults; as such an enhanced DBS check is required. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). The Academy is a Disability Committed Employer in promoting diversity and inclusion for all its students and staff. The Academy is also signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant in supporting ex-service personnel in recognising their skills and experience. Apply for this role Submit your application today with our simple application process The Deaf Academy 1 Douglas Avenue Exmouth Devon EX8 2AU
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The Deaf Academy
Location:
Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2AU
Salary:
19,027 - 20,286
Department:
School
Job Type:
Full Time Closing Date:
06/01/2025 17:00
Interview Date:
15/01/2025
Start Date:
January 2025 Contract Type:
Permanent
Contract Term:
TTO - Term time only
Hours per Week:
33.50
Weeks per Year:
39.000
Pay Grade:
Learning Support | LL1 Learning Leader (Teaching Assistant) - Academy Monday-Friday 33.5 hours per week Enabling deaf people to acquire language, achieve independence, develop socially and emotionally and excel educationally. Come and help us achieve it. Working at the Deaf Academy, you can be certain that you are part of a team that does its utmost to inspire and enable our young people to thrive. Preparing young people for a happy, healthy and fulfilling future is what it’s all about for us. Are you looking for a new challenge? For a rewarding job where you have the opportunity to make a real difference? If so then we would love to hear from you! As part of this role you will provide support and/or interventions with children or young people in our School or College in academic subjects, addressing the needs of students who need help to overcome barriers to learning and behaviour. This is a variable role working across school and college across different classes, supporting staff professional development, student need and staff absence. Our school has recently been graded as Good, with Outstanding features, so you can be sure that in your role you'll be supported and developed as part of a passionate, skilled team. You will be based within our purpose-built facility in Exmouth; a new world-class Academy that will change the lives of Deaf students, breaking down barriers for our young people and bringing communities together that enable families to thrive. Your role as Learning Leader brings this daily experience to life for our students, supporting them to achieve their individual goals and gain independence. Each day as a School Learning Leader is varied and inspirational - our curriculum is broad and specific to each student, including a chance to bring learning to life through class off-site visits. Classroom sizes are small in order to provide the best learning and communication support to each individual. Staff are well supported through our weekly CPD sessions, and in being sponsored through BSL qualifications to help your professional development. What we offer: A CPD program geared to your specific training needs Sponsorship to achieve qualifications in British Sign Language up to Level 3 Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Life Assurance Free onsite parking Cycle to work scheme Long-term career development within a forward-thinking and innovative organisation Subsidised lunches for £2 Key responsibilities: Contribute effectively to teacher planning and preparation of lessons Monitor student’s participation and progress, providing feedback to teachers and giving constructive support to pupils as they learn Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning Promote and support the inclusion of deaf pupils and all pupils in their learning activities To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults responsible for (or come into contact with) in accordance with the Academy’s Safeguarding Policy & Procedures Contribute to planning, recording and implementation of Student Support Plans Key Requirements: Experience of working within an Education setting (or an equivalent position) Ability to relate well to students, colleagues, other professionals and parents Working knowledge of national/foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning strategies Promote and safeguard the welfare of students/young people The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults; as such an enhanced DBS check is required. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). The Academy is a Disability Committed Employer in promoting diversity and inclusion for all its students and staff. The Academy is also signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant in supporting ex-service personnel in recognising their skills and experience. Apply for this role Submit your application today with our simple application process The Deaf Academy 1 Douglas Avenue Exmouth Devon EX8 2AU
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