Job Description

Teaching Assistant (RBD) 30 hours per week, Term time only (Temporary)
We are looking to appoint a dedicated, engaging and inspiring teaching assistant to join our team in the resource base for deaf children at Newlands School. You will be required to support and assist with the development of deaf children within the school. The role will involve a combination of class-based support and withdrawal for specialist interventions under the guidance of a Teacher of the Deaf.
Experience of working with children with additional needs, preferably children with hearing loss or speech and language difficulties and a knowledge of signing are desirable, but not essential. Candidates must have achieved a pass at GCSE level for English and Maths. There is a possibility of a permanent post for the right candidate.
If you feel you have the necessary background, experience, and skills to undertake this role we would like to hear from you.
What we can offer you:
Salary: The salary band for this role is 28,791 - 31,022 . The starting salary is 28,791 with annual progression through the salary bands.
Here at SCC we have a range of different perks and benefits, a few examples can be found below.

• Excellent

with 16.8% employer contribution * Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)

• Flexible working options (role-dependent)
• Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
• Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
• Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
• Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
• Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
• Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
• Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
• Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

For further information on our benefits package please visit:
Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Contact details for informal discussion:
For further information and details regarding the (Job Title) please contact Sarah Weaver, Teacher in Charge at
Interview Information:
Please note that interviews are scheduled for 29th September at Newlands Primary School
Recruitment contact details:
Email:
Tel: 023 8083 4033
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Organisation
Southampton City Council
Service Area
Education
Job Location
Newlands Primary School
Contract Length
Fixed term until 24th July 2026
Work Hours
Part time 30 hours per week, term time
Salary
28,791 - 31,022 per annum
Special Requirements
Enhanced DBS will be required
Closing Date
25/09/2025
Job Reference
16005
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