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The Fitzroy Academy is a brand new school near Shrewsbury, which caters for students aged 7 to 18 years.\nNew Reflexions 'where every child matters' are one of the leading organisations for providing specialist services across the UK. \nThe school offers students a nurturing environment in which to grow, learn and develop. All of our staff are trained in Reflective Therapeutic Intervention to ensure a consistent approach to managing behaviour. This compliments a structured provision along with our high expectations and individual plans to best support the learning and behaviour needs of each student as well as supporting with personal-care.\nWe are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work within small classes with a class teacher, to support small groups or individuals to access bespoke learning programmes based on their developmental ages and abilities. The successful candidate need to have some experience working in a special needs environment, or educational setting. 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If you would like to find out more or visit the school for a tour, please contact the Head Teacher, Lydia Swinton: 01939 210040.\nBenefits\nFree access to 5 caravans throughout the UK for a personal holiday\nFunded DBS checks\nRefer a friend scheme - refer a friend to come join the New Reflexions team and earn a £500 bonus per referral or £1,000 for a qualified referral.\nFree confidential employee assistance programme and app.\nBlue Light discount card scheme\nBike-to-work scheme\nWorkplace pension\nAccess to the Training Hub with 800 care sector-specific specialist online subjects; CPD accredited & certificated.\nA full current driving licence is preferred.\nThe post holder has the responsibility to adhere to our Safeguarding and Child Protection Procedure.\nCheck out our website to find out more about what we do!\nNew Reflexions | High-Quality Children's Residential Care & Education\nWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. 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