Teaching Assistant - Link Support

Teaching Assistant—Link SupportPermanent, approximately 27.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum, SCP Point 8 (£26,823.74 per annum). (Approximate pro rata salary for this role will be £17,109.90 per annum) We are looking for an exception Teaching Assistant—Link Support, to join our outstanding SEND department. The successful candidate will be a highly capable individual who works with students to make a difference, and is passionate about their education and is able to inspire students to give and achieve their best. Our SEND Department is at the heart of Cleeve School’s commitment to ensuring that every student feels valued, supported and able to achieve their potential. Alongside a highly experienced SEND Leadership Team, we have invested significantly in developing specialist provision that enables students with additional needs to flourish within a mainstream setting. At Cleeve, we believe that inclusion is everyone’s responsibility. Our SEND team works collaboratively with teachers, pastoral leaders, families and external agencies to ensure that students with additional needs can fully access a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum. We are proud of our nurturing and student-centred approach, combining high expectations with tailored support and empowers young people to develop independence, confidence and resilience. The Link provides a safe, supportive and structured environment for students who require enhanced SEND support, whilst maintaining strong connections with the wider school community. This is a new role that will play a vital part in helping students develop the academic, social and emotional skills needed for success both in school and beyond. We are seeking colleagues who share our belief that all young people can achieve, who are passionate about inclusive education and who are committed to building positive relationships that help students overcome barriers and thrive. The school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and therefore expects all staff and volunteers, to share this same commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.