Classroom Support Assistant

Mayfield School is a successful and popular school catering for pupils between the ages of 2-19 with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties. In September 2013 we re-designated to include the Chestnut Centre in Brixham which caters for pupils with social, emotional or behavioural difficulties.

We are seeking to recruit outstanding Classroom Support Assistants to join our team at our Chestnut Centre in Brixham.

Classroom Support Assistants - (Chestnut Centre, Brixham)
Grade C point 10 – 13 £14,338 – £15,941 (pro rata) per annum or Grade D Point 14 -17 £16,231 - £17,372 (pro rata) depending on experience
32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)

We are currently seeking exceptional individuals to join our team at our Chestnut Centre in Brixham which provides support to children at Key Stage 1 and 2 who are experiencing difficulties in maintaining a placement in mainstream school as a result of their social, emotional or behavioural needs.

The successful applicant will have proven experience of working with children with challenging and vulnerable behaviours and will be able to demonstrate commitment and expertise in improving educational and social outcomes for them. Knowledge of the primary curriculum and experience of supporting children with a range of interventions in literacy and numeracy is essential. Knowledge of Thrive would be a distinct advantage.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

CV's will not be accepted in place of a standard application form.

Closing date: 30 March 2016

Attachments:
OFSTED Report | (Acrobat/PDF File 248k)
Prospectus | (Acrobat/PDF File 3226k)
Guidance Notes and Information for Teaching and Su | (Acrobat/PDF File 330k)
Staff Handbook | (Word Document 668k)
Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy | (Word Document 139k)
Job Description | (Word Document 39k)

If you have questions about this role, please contact: Adam Tapp, Business Manager, Tel: 01803 328375, Fax: 01803 326761, Email: [email protected],