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Teaching AssistantSEND

SEND Learning Mentor

Devonport High School for Boys · Plymouth · Plymouth

Job description

We are looking for a responsible, proactive, and well-qualified individual to help students with a variety of needs across the school. The postholder will support our young people to access a full curriculum, spending time both in the classroom, in our SEND base and supporting the SENCO with administrative support.

We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and those looking to start their career in education. For the right candidate, we are open to offering this position as an apprenticeship, providing you with a fully funded qualification, structured on-the-job training, and a dedicated mentor.

The successful candidate should be resilient and have experience working with young people who have complex needs. A passion to ensure the best outcomes and experiences for our students is essential.

Desirable Criteria:

  • Experience and knowledge of working with autistic young people.

  • Background, qualification, or experience in STEM subjects.

  • The ability and willingness to actively support practical PE sessions / off site school activities.

Apprenticeship Entry Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.

The school's SENCO and relevant outside agencies will fully support the postholder in this role.

A passion to ensure the best outcomes and experiences for our students is essential.

This post is available for an immediate start.

For more information please visit www.dhsb.org/recruitment and to request an informal discussion about this role with our SENCO, Jo Weaver, please contact Mikaela Blows, Head’s PA, at mikaela.blows@dhsb.org.

Please apply by completing and returning the school application form by 9.00am on Monday 15th June. Interviews will be held later that week.


About this school

Devonport High School for Boys

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Good
Pupils
1,268
Avg teacher salary
£46,642
Pupil:teacher ratio
17.9:1
Academy trust
DEVONPORT HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Plymouth, Plymouth, PL1 5QP