Heart Education Trust

A Multi Academy Trust established in 2013 for schools in Norwich and Norfolk.

SEN Teaching Assistants

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Post Vacancy:    1:1/SEND Teaching Assistants – various roles available across the Trust academies (Heartsease, Henderson Green, Valley and Lingwood Primary Academy)

Salary:     Scale C – D: £9.27-£10.03 hourly rate

(£18,075.62 – £19,563.37 FTE)

Hours:                  27.5hours per week

Contract Type:  This is a Part Time position (Term time only plus one additional week) fixed term until July 2022 in the first instance

Start Date:          ASAP/ongoing

We are looking for 1:1/SEND Teaching Assistants passionate about special educational needs and inclusion to begin or simply to develop their career further in this area. The role of SEND TA will be working as part of the team at our Academies, supporting the teaching staff in the delivery of quality learning and teaching of pupils with special educational needs. The HEART Education Trust has a reputation for outstanding inclusion and SEND provision and we are looking for someone who shares our passion to join our team to enable us to continue to develop our provision.

If you are a highly motivated individual committed to providing high quality inclusive education for all pupils and enabling all pupils to achieve their potential this will be a rewarding role with opportunities for further career development and progression, including the opportunity to undertake specialist SEND training.

This is a teaching support role that means all your time and energy can be committed to ensuring that the pupils with Special Educational Needs are at the centre of everything that you do. It is an exciting opportunity to be part of our Trust and to make a significant contribution to the educational outcomes for SEND students. We are looking forward to appointing an inspiring individual who will continue the outstanding support for the students and contribute to the development of the pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

About The HEART Education Trust
The HEART Education Trust is a Norwich based trust, consisting of 4 Primary schools with approximately 1,000 pupils. The HEART Education Trust is committed to improving the life-chances of children and young people through excellence in education, encouraging pupils to challenge themselves and hold high aspirations in their academic learning, personal and social development. We encourage pupils within our family of Trust Academies to challenge both the self and externally imposed restrictions, to hold high aspirations for their futures and to develop a thirst for learning. We understand that the way to achieve this is through ensuring consistently high standards of teaching and broad opportunities for learning via a rich and relevant curriculum. Our Trust Academies aim to ensure that our pupils are well prepared to make the most of future opportunities as citizens within an ever-changing world.

Here is what our staff have to say about The Heart Education Trust and working within it:-

“The inclusion team at Heart Education Trust are always there to support teachers and support staff. This welcoming and thoroughly experienced team is always ready with resources, advice and guidance in supporting teachers and support staff with adapting their lessons to meet the needs of all of their learners. The Inclusion team are known within the Trust for their well-resourced and highly professional training sessions.” (Deputy Head in Trust academy)

“The Trust has a fantastic in house CPD programme which all members of staff are actively involved in. Working for the Heart Trust means working as one big family. Even though I work in a one form entry school, I always know there are other teachers from my year group to call on for support and advice. The Trust is very supportive if ever you have any worries or issues. Staff mental health and wellbeing is an important issue to leaders..” Teacher, Lingwood Primary Academy

“The opportunities are endless and perfect for career development. I have never worked with a more caring and trustworthy team. It is no exaggeration to say I start and end my working days with a big smile on my face – I love working for the Heart Education Trust!” Teacher, Heartsease Primary Academy

If you are motivated and excited to join our amazing team and make a lasting difference to young peoples’ lives, we would be delighted to meet you.

Complete the attached application form and email us at: hr@thehearteducationtrust.co.uk. (We are unable to accept C.V.’s only).

Job description/person specification can also be found attached below.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced D.B.S. and full pre-employment checks. This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
We will take references prior to interview, and all posts are subject to a probationary period.

Closing Date: N/A ongoing recruitment; applications will be considered on an ongoing basis

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Kickstart Placements – Teaching Assistant/ Early Years and Graduate Teaching Intern roles available:

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Trainee Teaching Assistant:
The role of a Trainee Teaching Assistant would include the following duties:                            
1)To work under the instruction/direction of senior manager/teaching staff to support the delivery of quality learning and teaching of pupils.
2)To work with primary age children in the classroom
3)To undertake specified work with individuals, groups and whole classes under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher;
4)To encourage the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school, and enable pupils to become more independent learners.
5)To undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the classroom                  
6) To develop a knowledge of learning and supporting pupils in a primary education setting


Early Years Teaching Assistant:
The job placement is in our Nursery or Reception class and is that of a trainee Early Years Teaching Assistant. Duties will include:            
1)To contribute to a planned programme of activities suitable to the age range of children in our Nursery or Reception (2-5 years old)
2)To contribute to a record of achievement file on key children, for parents/carers;
3)To support all staff and engage in a good staff team;
4)To uphold standards within the Setting by adhering to all policies and procedures;
5)To Liaise with and support parents/carers and other family members;
6)To be flexible within working practices of Setting. Be prepared to help where needed, including to undertake certain domestic jobs within the Setting, e.g. preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment etc;
7)To Work alongside the Early Years Teacher and staff team to ensure high quality provision for all children
8)To respect the confidentiality of information received;                                                                
9)To learn and develop your role within the team especially with regard as a key worker.        
10) to learn about early childhood development and the Early Learning Framework

Essential skills, experience and qualifications:
Good literacy and numeracy skills. Preferably at least a grade ‘c’ or equivalent in GCSE English and Maths, confident in the use of IT, and interested in working with children.

25 hours per week
Term time, 5 hours daily, 9am-3pm with one hour unpaid lunch break
National Minimum wage

Details of employability support:
School based work mentor, on the job training in the role. Access to a range of training relevant to both a school and other workplaces including Safeguarding, Health and Safety and a full induction process. Trust based mentoring in applying for further study, employment including support for writing CVs, applications and interview skills.
Graduate Primary Teaching Intern:
To gain valuable school experience as an introduction to teaching and to provide the experience required for PGCE and SCITT teaching schemes. The placement will give the intern the opportunity to provide support for pupils in their learning; to support an appropriately broad; balanced,
relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils by supporting groups/individuals within lessons.
Delivering intervention programmes to group/individuals, assessing, recording and feedback on progress and attainment of pupils.

Essential skills, experience and qualifications:
At least a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant field, GCSE maths and English at a minimum of a ‘C’ grade or the equivalent

25 hours per week
Term time, 5 hours daily, 9am-3pm with one hour unpaid lunch break
National Minimum wage

Details of employability support:
School based work mentor, on the job training in the role. Experience required for applying for PGCE, SCITT and Teach First will all be provided. Opportunities to observe teaching and to undertake some team teaching with your mentor. Access to a range of training relevant to both a school and other workplaces including Safeguarding, Health and Safety and a full induction process. Trust based mentoring in applying for further study, employment including support for writing CVs, applications and interview skills.

To apply please speak to your Work Coach.