Interventions Assistant in Colchester

To work directly in the classroom to deliver tailored 1:1 interventions and targeted support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). By expertly implementing bespoke strategies, you will remove barriers to learning, foster independence, and ensure every child is empowered to make meaningful academic and personal progress. In addition, you will assist teachers in delivering education and care to pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours.

At Lexden Hall School, Lexden will be shortly opening their doors! This will be a specialist SEMH and Autism provision for pupils across Key Stages 2 to 4, with a focus on those who have experienced school-based trauma, present with EBSNA profiles, or simply need something slightly different to help them reengage with education.

• Support pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and behavioural challenges while delivering targeted interventions and record data for colleagues.
• Collaborate with the School SENDCo delivering interventions and classroom support under guidance of SENDCO and Assistant SENDCO and EHCP outcomes.
• Work closely with teaching staff, welfare teams, clinical professionals, and external professionals.
• Assist pupils with learning activities, adapting support to individual needs under teacher guidance encouraging pupil engagement and independence in learning tasks.
• Support record-keeping and monitoring of pupil progress as directed.
• Assist pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development using trauma-informed approaches and participate in training on trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches.

The postholder will actively promote and embed the EPIC values (Excellence, Passion, Integrity, Caring) in all aspects of their work and adhere strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct to create a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment that promotes pupil wellbeing and achievement. Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards and all relevant health and safety regulations.

• A committed and passionate view of students with SEND and SEMH.
• At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision.
• A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous.

• KeysNEST enhanced pension scheme.
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys and split a £500 referral bonus between you.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Access to a blue light discount card.
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues.
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications.
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts.
• Life assurance.

Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Safeguarding: We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check. School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.