Brompton Hall School, Venn Academy Trust
Achievement Support Assistant (TA)
Are you a caring individual looking to make a positive impact to the educational experience of pupils with additional needs?
About Us
Our Multi Academy Trust is a group of inspirational and aspirational mainstream and specialist schools in North Yorkshire, Hull and South Yorkshire whose main objective is to ensure that all pupils make exceptional progress through the development of outstanding staff.
Brompton Hall School is based within private grounds in the pretty village of Brompton-by-Sawdon and is a Special Education School for pupils aged between 8 and 16 years, who have an Education, Health and Care Plan.
Our Opportunity
This role is ideal for those looking to make a real difference to the lives of children with complex needs.
This role is wonderfully varied, you will be based both within and outside of the classroom. You will be required to use your initiative, and work with small groups, as well as at times be within the full class. Under the supervision of the teacher, you will use your skills to enhance the learning opportunities of the children within our school.
Key Responsibilities
- Safeguarding: Ensure pupil safety and compliance with safeguarding policies
- Pupil Support: Assist in learning, development, and personal growth, including SEN and EAL
- Teacher Support: Help with lesson planning, classroom management, and progress monitoring
- School Engagement: Supervise pupils during non-lesson times, promote behaviour, and collaborate with parents
- Curriculum Support: Prepare resources, support learning activities, and use technology effectively
- Development: Attend training, contribute to school goals, and participate in professional growth
The successful applicant will have:
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
- Understanding of National Curriculum, and other codes of practice eg SEN, Equalities
- GCSE English and maths Grade A-C (or equivalent – eg Certificate in Adult Literacy / Numeracy Level 2)
- NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification is desirable but not essential
- The ability to build strong relationships with children, motivating and developing them
- A passion for seeing young people succeed
We offer:
- A supportive working environment
- A commitment to professional development
- An opportunity to work with a dynamic team
- Fantastic pupils who deserve the best education
- Continued investment in your own professional development as part of the Trust
- The opportunity to be part of our rapidly improving school
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to making a difference.
If you feel you have the right qualities and would like to help take our school to the next level we would love to hear from you.
Queries / School Visits
Informal chats about the role are welcomed and encouraged. For queries or to arrange a call or visit with the Headteacher / Head of Department, please contact Chloe Bullen at Chloe.Bullen@northyorks.gov.uk or on 01609 536 964
Supporting Documents
Application Process
Please apply via Mynewterm
We do not accept CV's
Please contact us if you need to apply in a different format.
When applying please take into account the following:
Supporting Information
The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.
References
When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this is your current and most recent employer.
Venn Academy Trust is committed to achieving fairness and equality in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Our Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment.
An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants
Online searches will be carried out as part of Venn Academy Trust’s recruitment due diligence for all shortlisted candidates, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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