Teaching Assistant

Band E

Full time 36.00 hours per week – 39 weeks per year

Required from 01/09/2025

 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team at our outstanding school.

 

The successful candidate will be working with pupils who have social, emotional and mental health difficulties and will be responsible for proactive behaviour management. They will be class based, each class has a teacher and two full time teaching assistants. Opportunities may arise to work on a 1-1 basis with some pupils needing additional support. The ethos of the school is based on care, responsibility and mutual respect. We use non-confrontational approaches to behaviour modification and develop the pro-social skills of the young people in our care. The ability to work as part of a team is essential.

 

As stated Gilbrook is a school for pupils with SEMH, all pupils have an EHCP. This job can be very challenging and you need to be aware of the pupils’ complex profiles and range of needs. In addition. you will be expected to take the time to understand the drivers behind their SEND associated needs. You will be expected to undertake training to support this role, including Team Teach and all areas of safeguarding.

 

We are strongly committed to extending our pupils’ horizons by engagement with outdoor learning, working with farm animals and extra-curricular activities and a range of school trips. Candidates with additional skills in these areas would be welcome to apply.

 

Closing Date is Friday 27th June 2025 at 12 o’clock.

 

Interviews will be held week beginning 7th July. If you have not heard from the school by Friday 4th July assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

 

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

Application forms for the above post are available online at www.wirral.gov.uk and also from the school office. Please return completed application forms with a supporting letter to the Headteacher at the school address.

 

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.