Vacancies / Volunteers

Job Title: Teaching Assistants – Permanent Term time 39 Weeks Per Year 

Job Title: Teaching Assistants (Grade C)
Contract: Permanent & Supply Bank, term time (39 weeks per year)
Hours: 29.25 hrs per week. Mon 9.15 am – 4.00 pm, Tues-Friday 9.15 am to 3.30 pm
Actual Pay: £15,909-£16,447 (£23,500-£24,294 FTE)

Also required: Meal Time Assistants Grade B, 1.5 hours per day 11.45 am -1.15 pm Mon- Fri Approximately £12 per hour term time

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children & young people with special educational needs? We have an exciting opportunity for Teaching Assistants to join Cann Bridge, a special school for learners aged 4-19 with severe learning difficulties. Our school values reflect being aspirational, learner-focused, collaborative & progressive.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting learners with special educational needs, both inside & outside the classroom. Your responsibilities will include implementing individual education plans (IEPs) & personalised learning strategies, collaborating with teachers & professionals, assisting with personal care tasks & helping learners develop social & emotional skills.

Cann Bridge School is seeking candidates who are eager to develop the skills & knowledge necessary to become excellent Teaching Assistants. An appropriate Level 2 qualification is desirable, we also welcome candidates who are willing to work towards this qualification within their probationary period. We offer a comprehensive induction program, continuous professional development opportunities & clear pathways for career progression. We are looking for individuals who are calm, patient, have a good sense of humour & are committed to their own professional development.

We require additional Teaching Assistants for our growing pupil population and the increasing number of learners requiring one-to-one support. You have the chance to join us during this transformative period & make a meaningful difference in the growth & development of our learners. ‘Together, We Cann’ establish a positive & nurturing learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of our school community.

Application forms & job description are available from the school reception, by emailing cbhr@torbridge.net or on our website at www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk. For any questions or to arrange a visit, please do get in touch.

Cann Bridge is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check & provide satisfactory references.

Application deadline:     28th June 2024

Interviews:                         Week of 1st July 2024

At Cann Bridge School we are looking for a governor to join our governing body. As a governor you will be a volunteer who makes a vital contribution to the success of the school.

Cann Bridge School are looking to recruit one member onto our dynamic Board of Governors. Ideally, the individual would have experience within finance, although this is not essential. The individual would need to support the interests of the Local Authority in their role as governor.

The Board of Governors have a healthy working relationship with the Head Teacher who welcomes challenge and scrutiny of the school’s work, and they offer strategic support for the direction of the school.

They are looking for an individual who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children within the school and has strategic vision.  Being involved in a unique setting for children with special needs, the individual can expect to find the role challenging, yet extremely rewarding.

Cann Bridge is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check & provide satisfactory references.

Please email the Clerk to Governors to express your interest and receive further information about the role.