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Grantham Additional Needs Fellowship comprises of two Ofsted Outstanding Grantham-based schools, Ambergate Sports College and Sandon School.

We are looking to appoint a dedicated, engaging Teaching Assistant to help us provide the best support and actively encourage pupil learning and development at Ambergate Sports College, Grantham.

Teaching Assistant L1 - Ambergate Sports College
Contract Term: Permanent
Salary: Grade 3, Point 6 to 9 - £19,195 - £20,171 pro rata per annum (£22,737 - £23,893 FTE)
Start Date: September 2023
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time, 32.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 8.40am - 3.40pm

Ambergate Sports College caters for pupils between the ages of 4 and 16 with moderate learning difficulties many are on the autistic spectrum, with others having ADHD and varying degrees of developmental delay.

Our mission statement is “Every second to be Valuable, Inspiring, Personalised”. At GANF we are constantly striving to improve the lives of our pupils through their environment and experiences.

The schools are part of CIT (Community Inclusive Trust), a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream primary schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role and to ensure your suitability for this role.

The benefits we can offer:

• An outstanding induction process
• A large, friendly, supportive and enthusiastic team
• A personalised CPD Programme and Career Progression and Development Opportunities
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people
• An opportunity to be involved in the development and progression of our Academy and the wider local community
• An innovative, forward thinking leadership team
• Access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (salary dependent)
• Bike2Work Scheme

For more information about this role or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Sarah Fardell on 01476 564957

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Friday 16th June 2023

Interviews will take place: Week commencing 19th & 26th June 2023

CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.

Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check. All checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.