SEN Teaching Assistant

We’re hiring: Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (with lunchtime supervision) At our happy, thriving and Outstanding school we require a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant who will work from 8.30am to 3.20pm, this includes lunchtime supervision. 32.5 hours a week, term time only, permanent position Salary range: C3 – C5 FTE - £29,562 - £30,406 pro-rated (Actual salary £22,923 - £23,580) This exciting and rewarding role requires someone who is patient, flexible, a team player and who is able to show initiative in the classroom and playground and with groups/individuals. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting SEND children and being able to interpret a curriculum to support a child’s needs, whilst demonstrating patience, adaptability and empathy. Experience of working 1:1 with children with additional needs is also desirable. During the day the successful candidate will work alongside and under the guidance of class teachers and will be required to support a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities as well as varying sized groups of children, to facilitate the planned provision. At lunch times, the candidate will work alongside other teaching assistants to promote positive play experiences for all children. Our school is proud of our happy and enthusiastic children who love learning, excellent parental support and a strong staff team who enjoy working together. We will be delighted to show potential candidates around our school. Please contact the school office to arrange this. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that we only accept personal applications. Applications sent via agencies will not be considered. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible. We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date. Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.