Job Description

Package Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic committed professional to join us as a Pastoral Support Teaching Assistant

The successful candidate will:

Mentoring, supporting and inspiring learners by supporting them with curriculum-based learning in the classroom, on home tuition and outreach and through outdoor activities Assist with the preparation of learning material and contributing to the delivery of learning objectives with a strong focus on behavioural management Daily reports on learners' progress and barriers to learning Knowledge and experience in implementing trauma-informed practices to support students facing emotional challenges, ensuring they feel safe, understood, and supported An ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external support agencies to create a holistic approach to each student's development A genuine enthusiasm for working within an SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) environment and a desire to foster positive relationships with students Expertise in providing pastoral care that addresses the emotional, social, and academic needs of students, fostering a culture of respect and inclusion Proven strategies and experience in behaviour management and interventions that positively influence student behaviour and learning outcomes

Our ideal candidate will have:

A committed and passionate view of students with SEND At least two years' experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous

EPIC benefits of working for Keys Group:

NEST enhanced pension scheme Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a 500 referral bonus between you Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Access to a blue light discount card Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts Life assurance

At New Ways College:

New Ways is an Outstanding Independent SEN School with two sites. Our KS3 students attend our school site in South Birmingham (B38), and our KS4 KS5 students attend our college site in North Worcestershire (B60). New Ways caters for 11-19 year olds who have special education needs relating mainly to Autism.


The school offers an environment that is safe and low sensory alongside an ambitious curriculum which includes a suite of GCSE's and enrichment opportunities to ensure students achieve the very best outcomes possible and are fully prepared for their transition in to Further education, employment, training and adulthood.


More can be found about Keys Group and our Therapeutic Education Services here

School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.


Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the

welfare

of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable employment references and online searches to safeguard our young people. In addition, this post is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974.


Keys Group are very proud to have signed the

Armed Forces Covenant

that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.


As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.