We're excited to announce that Portfield Schools Sixth Form is growing! Due to our expansion, we've opened a brand new classroom and are now looking for Teaching Assistants to join our team.

“Reach” is our incredible sixth form provision, based at Airfield Road in Christchurch, which officially opened in March 2024. Reach offers a unique and tailored approach to further education, for our students aged between sixteen to eighteen years old.

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The role

In this brand new class, you will join three other teaching assistants to help support eight students, aged between fifteen - nineteen years old, (key stage four and five), by developing a positive working relationship, to understanding their likes, dislikes and interests, so that all lessons are personalised.

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Their learning is focused on developing independence and life skills to help prepare for adulthood. We achieve this by using three specialist pathways: Functional skills for English, Maths and Computing, The Kings Trust for Apprenticeship/work-based learning and ASDAN Personal Progress,

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Our students at Reach get involved in a variety of activities that include: cooking, theatrical productions, barista training, music, football and many more. Each experience is designed to build confidence, develop skills and grow in a supportive environment.

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We love celebrating all the amazing achievements here at Reach, whether it's painting a picture, preparing and trying new food, being able to solve a tricky maths equation or a short conversation with someone new.

If you're keen to support young talent, why not join us and experience the joy of making a difference in young lives, every day! ​

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Hours of work

Monday - 08:30am - 4pm

Tuesday - 08:30am - 4:30pm

Wednesday - 08:30am - 4pm

Thursday - 08:30am - 4pm

Friday - 08:30am - 3:30pm

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​​Why not take a tour of our sixth form!

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To be successful as a Teaching Assistant, we are looking for someone who:

Can easily adapt themselves in different situations

* Has a fun and supportive nature

* Doesn't hesitate to play and get messy

* Displays a calm approach, even when under pressure

* Will support with personal care such as nappies and toilet training

* Can participate in any exercise and activities required

* Will use their initiative where needed

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In addition, to the feel good factor

* Blue Light discount card

* SEN allowance of up to £1,400 (after successful 6 month probation period or depending on previous experience, pro rata)

* "Refer a friend" scheme - earn £400 per person, that you refer!

* Exclusive access to our employee portal with discounts on days out, hundreds of shops and website.

* Health cash back plan to receive money back of dental, options and other treatments

* Salary sacrifice schemes for various electrical devices and bikesand many more

* A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme that provides practical information and support on issues like money management, family and legal information.

* We also have a network of Mental Health First Aiders to provide support you in the event you experience issues relating to your mental health.

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If you have any questions and would like to discuss the role in more detail, please call the Talent Team on (phone number removed).

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Carly will be happy to help!

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Apply now by completing the application form. In line with our safeguarding commitment, we are unable to progress any application with only a CV.

If you want to learn more click here or take a look or come and meet us as we are always happy to show people around our school and the specialist facilities we have created including Forest school classroom, Sensory Multi use games area, Sensory rooms, Swimming pool and a rotunda to name just a few.

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Our commitment

We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We ​will ​ensure ​that ​all our recruitment and ​selection ​practices ​reflect this. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.

Autism unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

All successful candidates ​will ​be​subject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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Closing date: 6th June 2025

Interviews: Week commencing: 9th June 2025