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Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Derbyshire County Council

Job Description

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.

Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is a successful, oversubscribed school with 1,886 students on roll including 361 in the Sixth Form. It is situated close to the centres of Sheffield and Chesterfield on the edge of the Peak District National Park.

The Governors are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible to work with groups of students at both KS3 and KS4 and also with students who have specific special educational needs. We are looking for outstanding individuals who have the personal skills and drive to help students overcome their barriers to learning whether these are specific learning difficulties, emotional and social difficulties or medical disabilities. The successful candidates would be an integral part of a strong department. Previous experience of being a Teaching Assistant is not essential, although experience of supporting young people is an advantage.

DHFS is a school that stands out. Our aim is for "Success with Care" and we achieve that as a result of our philosophy of "Commitment Not Compliance". We are a learning community dedicated to providing an exceptional education for our students as a result of the exceptional skill and dedication of our staff. At DHFS "every person matters". Our international work is highly valued and recognised nationally.

Application packs are available from Stephanie Dunne ([email protected]) at the above address or from the school website. Please apply directly to the school, for the attention of the Headteacher.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

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