Teaching & Learning Support Assistant-TLSA

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(Maternity Cover - until end of June 2026) 

PP - Independent Salary Scale: Pay dependent upon qualifications and experience: 

Grade 2: £24,817 - £27,007 FTE  (Salary pro rata to 39 weeks) 

Full time (8.30am-4.00pm) Term time only

PhoenixPlace is a specialist independent school (established 2014) for girls with complex social, emotional, educational and attachment difficulties. We provide education, nurture and support across key stages 3 and 4 and are looking for a passionate Teaching & Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant and growing school. 

The school has the highest aspirations for all our students. We are seeking to appoint committed and hardworking members of staff who are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our young people.

We seek candidates that are forward thinking and can contribute significantly to the positive growth of the school and our students.

The right candidate will be someone who is dedicated to improving outcomes for students with additional needs, and can establish a quick rapport with staff, students and parents. 

Working as part of the Teaching & Learning Support team under the direction of the SEND Team, you will 

• Work under the guidance of the class teacher to support the management and organisation of teaching and learning in the classroom
• Assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment
• Promote the inclusion of all pupils ensuring they have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
• Contribute to the personal and academic progress of all students to enable them to become independent learners and help to raise the standards of achievement for all students.

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Empathy and understanding of students needs
• Ability to maintain a professional manner in challenging situations. 
• Experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities (desirable)
• A proven ability to work on their own initiative.
• A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
• A ‘can-do’ attitude.
• A commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school

(see full Job Description and person specification on website)

WHAT WE OFFER:

• The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
• Good opportunities for personal and career development.
• Pension Scheme.
• Free access to employee assistance programme.
• Benenden HealthCare

This school is located in the heart of Camberwell with excellent transport links and is close to an underground station on zone 2. 

If you are interested in this opportunity please download and complete the application form (providing references) and return as soon as possible. The school is looking to appoint someone by September 2023

Downloads: available on ‘About us - Job Opportunities’ page on website

• JD & person specification
• Application Form

Safeguarding Statement

PhoenixPlace is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. all posts are subject to a Safer Recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Professional references will be sought prior to commencement of this post.