Teaching Assistant - Highbury School

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Highbury School.

We are looking to appoint adaptable, motivated and enthusiastic teaching assistants to join our team.

Salary: Scale 1c/2 point 11 £9.36 plus SEN

Post start: 1st September 2020

Further Information

Highbury School is highly popular successful specialist school for pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties aged 4-11, including learners who have additional needs such ASD, medical issues, sensory impairments and challenging behaviour. We are looking to appoint an adaptable, motivated and enthusiastic teaching assistant and welcome applications from people with some experience of working with children and those wishing to develop a career in a specialist school environment. In the first instance you will be working with pupils who have profound and multiple disabilities. We can provide a comprehensive induction package and ongoing opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge through our programme of Continuing Professional Development.

Highbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this position. Prior to interview please read our Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide you with the opportunity to arrange a visit to the school at this time. If you have any questions, please contact school by email (admin@highbury.calderdale.sch.uk).

Completed application forms should be returned to school by email only by 12:00 noon on the 3rd June 2020.

Interviews: Wednesday 17th June 2020 & Thursday 18th June 2020