Teaching Assistant Training Facilitator

Salary: 28,598 - 30,518 *

About the role
Only current employees may apply for this job.

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant Training Facilitator to join our Education Team on a part-time secondment contract (2 days a week).

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team leading on the professional development of Teaching Assistants across Ceredigion. The role will contribute directly to the delivery of the national Teaching Assistant Learning Pathway (TALP), ensuring that Teaching Assistants are provided with meaningful opportunities to develop their skills and work towards Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status.

You will:

• work closely with the Ceredigion School Support Advisor, MWEP and Partneriaeth officers to deliver the TALP programme
• co-design a professional learning programme tailored to the needs of Teaching Assistants in Ceredigion
• support local candidates working towards achieving Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status

Our ideal candidate

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, organised and experienced individual who:

• has a strong understanding of the education sector and the role of Teaching Assistants
• has experience of working collaboratively with a range of educational stakeholders
• possesses excellent communication and planning skills
• is capable of building effective working relationships and inspiring others in their professional development

Job Description and Person Specification

For further information and an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Alwyn Ward: Alwyn.Ward@ceredigion.gov.uk

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Pleasenote that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture
We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:

• School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
• Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

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