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As our school continues to develop and grow we are looking for ETA's to come and join our fantastic team to help deliver a huge range of different strategies and approaches and to support the learning to individuals and small groups of people under the supervision of the teacher. We have both full time (31 hours) and part time positions available. ETA's normal start time is 8.50am and finish time is 3.25pm, however, you be expected to attend some after school meetings and training sessions which are planned in advance.
We are a safe nurturing school where individuals are celebrated and our pupils are supported to develop their unique potential and are given a fresh start every day. All our people are skilled in providing person centred support to our pupils. We are proud of the warm and nurturing environment we have built which is a continuing key priority for us.
Our school works across 3 different pathways:
Orchard: For pupils who benefit (or will be able to) from a more formal curriculum. In most cases, their primary need is cognition and learning.
Forest: For pupils who need a semi-formal curriculum. In most cases, their primary need is communication and interaction.
Woodland: For pupils with high levels of anxiety who need a more personalised and flexible approach. Their primary need is usually around their social, emotional and mental health.
As well as being classroom based our ETA's have the opportunity to support our outreach programme providing guidance and support to colleagues in other schools across Kirklees. We are also due to open our satellite provision within the grounds of Newsome Academy and ETA's will have the opportunity to support the pupils attending this provision.
At Southgate, we value all our people and you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our incredible and diverse children and young people. As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to develop new skills and we support progression and professional development. Working for Southgate you will be provided with the following:
- An extensive and supportive induction programme
- Ongoing supportive performance management
- Continuous professional development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Supportive distributed leadership
- Access to wider support and employee healthcare with a significant focus on wellbeing initiatives
- Centrally located with parking and convenient transport links
- Term time working
- Access to Kirklees Active Leisure membership
- West Yorkshire Pension Fund
To support with your application, please complete the Grade 7 - ETA Key Skills Form. This document can be emailed directly to recruitment@southgateschool.co.uk. Remember to demonstrate your skills and abilities in relation to the role of ETA.
How to apply for this role
- Use the application form on TES https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/educational-teaching-assistant-sen-full-time-and-part-time-opportunities-kirklees-2088441 and ensure you complete all the necessary information including listing all previous employment and any gaps in employment.
- Please ensure you complete the Key Skills Form and return this with your application form. This form is used to help identity your skills and abilities and is used as part of our shortlisting process.
- Remember the interview panel do not know you so use this as an opportunity to sell yourself.
Shortlisting to take place on Friday 5 July 2024
Interviews to take place on Thursday 11 July 2024
If you would like to arrange a visit to the school or would like to find out more, please ring the school on 01484 504544. You can also find out more about the school by visiting our website ( or follow us on Facebook.
At Southgate School, we are dedicated to safeguarding and well-being of children and young people, and we require all staff and volunteers to uphold this dedication. In accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, all staff undergo an enhanced DBS check. While a conviction may not automatically disqualify candidates from consideration, it will be assessed as part of our recruitment procedure.
Furthermore, as part of our commitment to safeguarding, we will perform an online background check during the application process. Additionally, references will be requested for shortlisted candidates before the interview stage.
