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Working for Meath School
All employees at Meath School believe in a world where children have the communication skills they need to fulfil their potential.
Meath, A Speech and Language UK School is an outstanding special school committed to the highest quality integrated education, therapy and care. You will work collaboratively as part of strong and supportive multi-disciplinary team of Teachers, Therapists, Learning Support Assistants and Residential Care Officers. Meath School is a non-maintained day and residential school for pupils aged between 4 – 11 years, who have severe and complex speech, and language disorders (including some presentations of Social Communication Disorders such as ASD) with associated learning and/or behavioural difficulties. We are committed to creating a warm and caring environment for pupils, with communication at the heart of everything we do. We recruit qualified and knowledgeable staff who share our values. Professional development is important to us, therefore we provide both internal and external training opportunities and ensure that staff are both challenged and supported.
Speech and Language UL is passionate about promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.
Please note that we will not close applications before this time and date as we recognise that candidates put in a lot of time and effort into making an application and we want to give each of you the time and space to put in an application you feel proud of.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not always able to respond to every applicant. If you have not received a response within one week after the closing date, you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are committed to safer recruitment practices and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check.
In line with KCSIE 2023, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search covering content that is in the public domain.
You can find out more about our safer recruitment practices here.
Lunchtime Play Supervisor
Salary: £9,223.37 per annum/£12.28 per hour, part-time, term time only (FTE £22,350)
Hours: 16.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 10.30am – 1.45pm
Contract Type: 1 Year Fixed Term contract, possibility of extension/permanent opportunities
Join Our Team at Meath School as a Lunchtime Play Supervisor!
Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Meath School is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Lunchtime Play Supervisor to join our team and support pupils during their midday break.
In this role, you’ll play an essential part in helping children with feeding, play, and personal care, ensuring they enjoy their break times in a safe and supportive environment. You’ll work closely with our experienced, welcoming staff to supervise and engage with pupils, many of whom have complex needs, making every day a rewarding experience.
What you’ll do:
- Supervise and support children during play breaks and lunchtime meals
- Create a positive, fun, and safe atmosphere for pupils to thrive in
- Work alongside our skilled team to ensure every child receives the care and attention they deserve
What we’re looking for:
- A friendly, flexible, and positive attitude
- Good communication skills to engage with both children and colleagues
- Basic literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills
- Experience working with primary school pupils or children with SEN is a bonus, but not essential!
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who’s eager to learn and grow. We offer plenty of training and support to help you feel confident in your role.
To apply, please download the full candidate pack from below and email the completed application form to sbm@meathschool.org.uk by 14th October 2024. If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be contacted to attend an interview to be held at Meath School W/C 21st October 2024.
Closing date: 14th October 2024
Interviews: W/C 21st October at Meath School
Learning Support Assistant
1 year fixed term contract with a likely opportunity to extend
Actual Annual Salary: £20,034 per annum (FTE £22,540)
35 hours per week, 8:30am to 4:30pm
40 weeks per annum (term time lus up to one week during the school closure period)
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our outstanding special school! You will provide much needed classroom and teaching support, assisting in all educational activities involving communication, curriculum, social skills, and behaviour management. You’ll also make valuable contributions to planning, and to the assessment of pupil progress. This is a role that requires the ability to communicate effectively with children and families as well as your colleagues. You will already have experience of working with primary pupils in a school setting, with experience of SEN. You’ll also need basic literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. Above all your flexible, positive attitude will shine through as will your desire to develop our outstanding school.
We will give you lots of training and support – don’t worry!
For an informal discussion please contact Marnie Downes, LSA Coordinator, on 01932 872302 or email marnie.downes@meathschool.org.uk To find out more about Meath School and Speech and Language UK visit www.meathschool.org.uk and www.speechandlanguage.org.uk
To apply, please return your completed application form to sbm@meathschool.org.uk
download an application pack from https://meath-school.secure-primarysite.net/vacancies/.
Closing date: 14th October 2024
Interviews: week commencing 21st October 2024
Waking Night Assistant Childcare Officer
Permanent, Full-Time (part-time / job share considered)
40 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 9.00pm to 7.00am, Term time only, all holidays paid
£23,955 - £24,937 (depending on experience)
Starting ASAP
We have an exciting opportunity for a Residential Waking Night Childcare Officer to join our committed and friendly team on a permanent basis.
Monday to Thursday – no weekends
Term Time only with all school holidays paid
Small, friendly, home from home provision (up to 15 children per night)
This role is open to female applicants only*
As part of the team, you will work hard to empower our young people, help them break through barriers and develop confidence, self-esteem and essential life skills.
The successful candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Caring for Children & Young People or will be willing to work towards this qualification.
For an informal discussion please contact Debbie Hanson, Residential Services Manager on 01932 872302 or email Debbie.hanson@meathschool.org.uk To find out more about Meath School and Speech and Language UK visit www.meathschool.org.uk and www.speechandlanguage.org.uk
To apply, please complete and return the application form below.
Closing date: 900am on Wednesday 2nd October. We may shortlist and interview whilst this vacancy remains live, so we encourage you to apply early.
* Where a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance to paragraph 1, of schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for female or male worker to work with our children.
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Permanent contract, Full time (35 hours per week), 42 weeks per year (term time plus up to 3 weeks of work during school closure periods to be used flexibly throughout the year) with 10 weeks paid holiday. Part time applications will also be considered.
Annual salary: £36,064 – 39,712 per annum dependent on experience
We are looking for an enthusiastic forward-thinking Speech and Language Therapist who wants to use their skills and knowledge in a specialist educational setting from Reception to end of Key Stage 2. Child contact time is maximised so that our pupils achieve the best possible outcomes at Meath School through a holistic approach. You will be school based and will be responsible for assessing, planning and delivering individualised intervention programmes for a defined caseload. You will work with children individually or in small groups in specialist therapy spaces and within classroom based sessions to enable them to access the curriculum and promote meaningful engagement in school based tasks.
You will be involved in training, CPD opportunities and outreach programmes. You will enjoy the chance to work within a well-resourced department and as part of a strong and supportive multi-disciplinary team of Teachers, Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Educational Psychologist and Residential Care Officers.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jennifer Cook, Head of Therapy by email jennifer.cook@meathschool.org.uk.
To find out more about Meath School and Speech and Language UK visit www.meathschool.org.uk and www.speechandlanguage.org.uk
To apply please send the completed application form (available to download below) back to us to sbm@meathschool.org.uk as soon as possible and by 9.00am on 14th October at the latest.
Bank Learning Support Assistant
£12.28 Hourly Rate
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our outstanding special school! You will provide much needed classroom and teaching support, assisting in all educational activities involving communication, curriculum, social skills, and behaviour management. You’ll also make valuable contributions to planning, and to the assessment of pupil progress. This is a role that requires the ability to communicate effectively with children and families as well as your colleagues. You will already have experience of working with primary pupils in a school setting, with experience of SEN. You’ll also need basic literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. Above all your flexible, positive attitude will shine through as will your desire to develop our outstanding school.
We will give you lots of training and support – don’t worry!
For an informal discussion please contact Marnie Downes, LSA Co-ordinator, on 01932 872302 or email meath@meathschool.org.uk To find out more about Meath School and Speech and Language UK visit www.meathschool.org.uk and Speech and Language UK: Changing young lives