ApprenticeshipsLevel 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice (PMLD)

Job title:

ApprenticeshipsLevel 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice (PMLD)

Company

Durham County Council

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice (PMLD)£6.40 per hour18 Month AprenticeshipRequired from September 2024This post is based at The Oaks Secondary School which is a generic special school for pupils who have moderate, severe, or profound and multiple learning difficulties or Autism Spectrum Conditions. The school has received an outstanding grading from Ofsted in its last four inspections.The Oaks Secondary School is federated with Evergreen Primary School at Bishop Auckland and Croft Community School at Annfield Plain.The Head of School and Governors of The Oaks Secondary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to complete a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship within our school.Under the direction of the Head of School we will support the apprentice gain experience and skills whilst working with pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. They will be supported by classroom teachers and teaching assistants throughout the school day. They will gain experience and skills in understanding the pupils needs from an academic, physical and social perspective. We encourage all candidates to meet Mrs Tweddle, Head of School and visit the school to discuss the role further.There will be a requirement to attend college one day per week to complete the Level 3 training during the academic year 2024/25.The working pattern is as follows:Mon 8.10am – 4.00pmTue 8.10am – 4.00pmWed 8.10am – 4.40pmThu 8.10am – 4.00pmFri 8.20am – 3.50pmThis post is term time only.Calculation of term time only plus two weeks’ payTerm time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following:

• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus

• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus

• Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks; plus

• Individual leave entitlement – 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)

Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave. For example:Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 47 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalmentsCalculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 48 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalmentsApplication packs and further information are available from and returnable toMiss S Cochrane, School Business Manager atClosing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday 9th July 2024 at noon.Interview date: T BCIn line with the County Council’s Recruitment & Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CV’s. Any information provided on CV’s will not be considered for short-listing purposes.The Oaks Secondary School is maintained by Durham County Council which is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are welcome from applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.The Oaks Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to pre-employment and DBS enhanced disclosure checks.The Oaks Secondary SchoolRock Road,Spennymoor,Co Durham,DL16 7DBTel: 01388 827380Email:Website:

Expected salary

Location

Durham – Spennymoor, County Durham

Job date

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 01:11:45 GMT

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