Weare seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who will work primarily with SENDchildren who have complex or significant communication & interactionneeds. The successful candidate will bepart of a small team within our friendly and supportive larger schoolteam. The role involves working withchildren on a 1:1 basis.
Applicants must have:
- Relevantexperience working with school-age children. Experience of working withchildren with special educational needs, including those with complexcommunication & interaction needs is desirable.
- Excellentcommunication skills – both written and oral
- The ability touse basic technology to support teaching & learning
- A minimum ofLevel 2 qualification in English and Maths
- Willingness toundertake training related to the role, including first aid training
- A positiveattitude and a desire to work as a member of a team.
- The applicantswill get designated planning and resource time for the children they areworking directly with and so must have organisational skills to preparethis.
We are looking for an individual tojoin our team who:
- Is motivated, tenacious and confident enoughto use your own initiative when the need arises in order to inspire and motivate children to achieve their fullpotential.
- is passionate about learning and teaching
- is creative, forward thinking and innovative
- has a firm butfair manner and a genuine desire to support the individual development ofthe children with whom you work
- will actively develop positive relationships with parents,carers, colleagues and, most importantly, our children
- will uphold allthe school’s policies and procedures, paying particular attention to thepositive behaviour and reward strategies
- has a strong commitment to inclusive practice
- has a sense of fun and a strong desire to achieve
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SEND Teaching Assistant - Grade 3 employer: Athersley South Primary School
Athersley South Primary School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and community engagement are at the forefront. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from ongoing training and networking opportunities, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of families and children.
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Athersley South Primary School Recruitment Team
