Teaching Assistant

1 x Full time, permanent role, term time.

1 x Full time, up to 1-Year Fixed term contract, term time, starting 23^rd April 2025.

Experience is not essential but a passion to make a difference is.

Salary: £23,492.00 p.a.

Contributory Pension (subject to scheme rules)

Free:

• on-site parking.
• meal (lunch) if eaten with the children.
• use of school gym.

Farney Close is a mixed independent residential special school for children aged 9 -18 who are in receipt of an (EHCP) because they experience a range of special needs including social, emotional and mental health needs.

Situated on the A272 and the A23 intersection at Bolney, West Sussex, the school has an established and very successful reputation, achieving numerous outstanding and good Ofsted inspection judgements for both the educational and care provisions over the last decade.

We are looking to recruit two Teaching Assistants, one on a one-year fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave, and one on a full time, permanent contract. Your role will focus on providing support in the classroom to both the Teacher and the pupils.

We have a maximum of 8 pupils per class. In the main you will work with the same class throughout the day. You will support children’s use of basic language skills, help them in developing vocabulary in all areas and provide guidance to enable them to access the curriculum and encourage them to ask questions, all of which will help support them with their learning. Beyond this you will support children in self-regulating and helping them find strategies to manage their behaviour whilst also encourage children’s independence and the development of self-help skills.

We are looking for a candidate who is up for a challenge, is patient and caring and who wants to have a positive impact on a child’s future.

Candidates are invited to apply for this role by completing our Employment Application Form which can be found on our website, www.farneyclose.co.uk or by contacting HR at vacancies@farneyclose.co.uk.

This role is subject to receipt of two good employment references, one of which must be from your current employer, health clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Applicants invited to attend interview will be subject to online checks. They will also be required to complete a self-disclosure form and be provided with information about the filtering of criminal offences.

You are welcome to visit us prior to submission of your application. Please contact James Mills, Head of Education to arrange this on jmills@farneyclose.co.uk.

You are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible as there may be occasions where we will close a vacancy and interview once sufficient applications have been received.

Farney Close is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and communicates a clear framework to employees. Safeguarding is a key aspect of every role and all staff must have read and be fully aware of the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

Farney Close School is an equal opportunities employer.

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