About . London Borough of Bexley
London, UK
Job description
About The RoleYour Opportunity
We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced Teaching Assistant to work in our Early Years, Primary and secondary phases. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience of working with children with special needs, including those with autism, is essential. The successful candidates will join a friendly, supportive team with opportunities for further training. If you are interested in this role please apply as early as possible, as the application period may be closed early if successful candidates are found.
For further information and to view this advert on London South East Academies Trust portal, please click on this link https://careers.lseat.org.uk/vacancies/1678/teaching-assistant-asd-with-complex-needs.htmlBenefits and how to applyWe can offer you:
• Friendly, enthusiastic, delightful pupils and students who teach us something new every day
• A committed and caring staff team who support and develop each other
• A proactive and supportive SLT
• A comprehensive induction and an ongoing extensive CPD programme
• Opportunities to develop your skills and talents
• Small class sizes with high pupil/staff ratio
• Free parking on site
• Advantages of belonging to a multi-academy trust, e.g. discounts on gym and wellbeing services, access to free and confidential Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programmes
How to Apply;
Please click on the Apply tab within this link https://careers.lseat.org.uk/vacancies/1678/teaching-assistant-asd-with-complex-needs.htmlAbout UsAbout Woodside Academy
Woodside Academy is an all-age special school, (EYFS-Post 16) for pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism. The school is a flourishing and vibrant learning community located in the London Borough of Bexley. The school's moto is "All together better" and we are committed to achieving our shared goal of individual and collective excellence for all. Visitors to the school frequently comment on the welcome they receive, the calm and positive ethos as well as how much pupils and staff enjoy being at school.Parents and Carers tell us how much difference Woodside makes. Hear this for yourself in our virtual tours https://www.woodside.lseat.org.uk/Virtual-Tour/
and read more on the school website:https://www.woodside.lseat.org.uk/
About our Trust
Our school is part of London South East Academies Trust- a multi academy trust sponsored by London South East Colleges. We are aiming to expand our thriving Multi-Academy Trust of outstanding schools, each of which has a shared moral purpose and high aspirations for every student. In 2024 LSEAT was formally recognised and awarded as the TES Small Trust of the Year.
For further information about the Trust, please visit https://lseat.co.uk
Equal Opportunities
London South East Academies Trust is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we will offer an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you have accessibility needs or require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.
Please note that if a suitable applicant is identified, we may close the advert before the published closing date.
If you have any specific queries about the role, please contact us at [email protected]
As the Trust supports children and vulnerable adults, all roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, where relevant, a Children's and/or Adult's Barred List check. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if these checks are unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure is required as part of the recruitment process, and failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of a DBS certificate is likely to result in withdrawal of an offer. The Trust's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on request.
All appointments are also subject to verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with Home Office requirements. Original documentation will be required prior to commencement of employment.