We are proud of our team and what we can offer staff who wish to join us. We recognise that joining our new school is as much about what we can provide as it is about what the successful applicant can give to us. Therefore, we offer the following through our school and The Keys Academy Trust:
- A dedicated team who go above and beyond for each other.
- Commitment to and support for your professional development in a range of areas.
- A vibrant, fun and welcoming staff and environment.
- Kind, supportive and very well-behaved pupils.
- Pastoral support for pupils, as well as wellbeing support for staff.
- A clear passion for working with children and helping them succeed.
- An understanding of how to support pupils individually or in groups by planning effective sessions.
- Experience of working with children.
- Have high expectations for standards of achievement and behaviour.
- Be able to work collaboratively as well as independently and be a strong and supportive team player.
- Promote our Christian ethos, vision and values.
- Be a strong and supportive team player.
UNDERSTANDING THE SPECIFIC ROLE
You will work in a dedicated 1:1 role supporting a pupil with Special Educational Needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This will include working closely with pupils with a range of needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD and physical or communication difficulties.
Your role will involve supporting learning across the curriculum, particularly in core areas such as English and Maths, as well as delivering personalised interventions and adapting tasks to meet individual needs. This may include using visual timetables, sensory strategies, communication tools and structured routines to support engagement and independence.
You will also support pupils' emotional wellbeing through regulation strategies, provide pastoral and personal care where needed, and contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment. Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils is essential, alongside maintaining high expectations, consistency and a calm, caring approach. Flexibility, initiative and a positive, engaging manner are key, as well as strong questioning, observation and communication skills to support pupils' progress and development.
You will need to build strong relationships with pupils, have the highest expectations for them and be kind and caring. Flexibility is needed and a fun and slightly playful approach works, as well as being consistent and reliable. Your questioning must be strong.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced criminal records check.
The role we are offering has the following key details:
- Grade 3 SCP 5-6 FTE salary £26,428 to £26,847.
- Actual annual salary £17,420 - £17,696 based on 29 hrs 10 mins per week.
- Fixed term until 31.08.27
- Part time: 08:30 to 15:20; Monday to Friday (30 minute unpaid lunch break)
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SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistant in Wokingham employer: Keys Group
Keys Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Weymouth, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. With comprehensive training, career development opportunities, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, including generous annual leave and a competitive pay structure, we empower our staff to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a culture of respect and growth.
