SEN Teaching Assistant
Salary information: Scale 3, £21,646 - £21,956 per annum inclusive of Outer London Weighting (depending on experience)
Work hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm with 30 minutes lunch
Work pattern: 32.5 hours a week, Term Time Only (38 weeks)
Contract type: Permanent
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and professional person to join our friendly team ass soon as possible as an SEN Teaching Assistant working with specific children.
To work under the direct instruction/guidance of Inclusion Lead to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area. Supporting pupils during break and lunch times as required. Candidates must hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
We are seeking a candidate who considers themselves:
- An able multi-tasker.
- Enjoys being with children.
- A willingness to be flexible.
- Who has the ability to follow instructions.
- Willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- A respect for confidentiality.
- Patience and understanding.
- Who have experience of working with pupils with PMLD/SLD/ASD.
For the right candidate, we will offer:
- Extensive support and CPD.
- The opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the School.
- A welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team.
- An ambitious and dynamic Senior Leadership Team.
- A dedicated Governing Body.
- Supportive parents and children who are keen to learn.
- An employee assistance programme (EAP).
- Family Day.
If you are motivated, dedicated and have a good sense of humour and wish to join our team please see the attached job description and person specification. Informal visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office 01895 230843.
Requests for references will be taken up once applicants have been shortlisted. References from friends/family will not be accepted. The first reference must be from your current employer and the second from a professional colleague from a separate establishment.
Closing date: Monday 20th January 2025 at Noon
Interview date: Thursday 23rd January 2025
Further information: To avoid disappointment, please apply ASAP since
applications will be considered and interviewed upon receipt. We reserve
the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time if there are a high level of suitable applications.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and Medical clearance.
