SEN Teaching & Mealtime Support Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant and Mealtime Assistant x 4 - Willand School Devon County Council•Devon, UK

Due to the awarding of multiple EHCP's late in the school year and some staffing changes we are looking for 4 SEN teaching assistants to help support our pupils, these roles will include some lunchtime supervision, hence the Mealtime assistant addition to the role.

We would like roles to start mid September or as soon as possible.

These are fixed term positions based on the continued need, funding or attendance of specific pupils.

• Post 1: The position will start in year one and you will go up each year with the pupil until they leave this school.
• Post 2: The position will start in year two and you will go up each year with the pupil until they leave this school.
• Post 3 and 4: These positions will start in year five and you will go up each year with the pupil until they leave this school.

You will demonstrate

• An aptitude for working with children.
• Has exceptionally high expectations for every child.
• Believes inclusion is about removing barriers, not lowering expectations.
• An ability to motivate children through positive relationships, can make learning engaging, purposeful and fun
• Effective communication with children and colleagues.
• The capacity to work in a team and learn from others.
• Initiative, enthusiasm, and commitment, thinks creatively and adapts in the moment
• Commitment and willingness for further professional development.
• Willingness to join in as part of a team, be flexible in your thinking and have the best interests of children at the heart of everything you do.
• Resilience and patience.
• Previous Teaching assistant experience or experience working in EYFS settings
• Reflects on your practice and is always looking to improve.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care Programmes
• Is eager to learn new skills and embrace specialist training

The above is in no way a comprehensive definition of the posts, or to be used as a contractual job description.

We will expect you to have good English and Maths qualifications.

What the school offers its staff

Our school site is modern, spacious and benefits from well-equipped classrooms; a hall used for PE, lunches and assemblies; two playgrounds; an environmental area; and a large level playing field.

We have a team of dedicated and enthusiastic staff, who through their daily work demonstrate commitment to our school vision; 'Learning for Life'.

They offer a broad and balanced curriculum, offering a wide range of learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.

We have high expectations and provide learning environments which are attractive, stimulating and fully demonstrate our commitment to providing the best we can for our pupils.

The staff seek to provide a safe, happy and caring atmosphere in which the children can enjoy their school life and develop into Successful Learners, Confident Individuals and Responsible Citizens who proudly go out into our local community.

We recognise the importance of each and every child, celebrating their unique talents and skills. We are honoured to be a part of their journey through life.

We were inspected by Ofsted (January 2024) where we secured good in all areas.

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• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
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