At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with specific needs and implement tailored learning plans.
- Company: Upperthong Junior and Infant School, a warm and inclusive environment.
- Benefits: Professional development opportunities and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team in a school praised for its caring approach.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND/SEMH and strong behaviour management skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Working hours: Post 1-Monday-Friday 8.40-12.15 (3.58 hours) Post 2- Monday-Friday 12.10-3.40 (3.5 hours). This could be combined into 1 post (8.40-3.40 with 30 minute lunch break) for the right candidate.
Start Date: September 2026
Upperthong J&I is a warm and welcoming school that is committed to ensuring that the children are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves in providing a safe, happy and caring environment, where all children are proud to ‘Learn, Achieve and Belong.’ We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, caring and hardworking individual as a Senior Teaching Assistant, providing tailored support for a child with specific needs. We are seeking a passionate, nurturing, and resilient person to join a supportive primary school community.
Key Responsibilities- Provide 1:1 support, implementing bespoke additional needs plans based on an EHCP.
- Deliver de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed care.
- Support a child with bespoke learning activities, initially away from the main classroom.
- Work with the class teachers and other key staff to improve engagement and reduce exclusions.
- Record and monitor progress.
- Previous experience working with children with SEND/SEMH in a primary setting.
- Training and experience of working with children who present with complex communication needs, executive functioning differences and difficulties externalising emotional expression.
- Strong behaviour management skills with a patient, nurturing and empathetic relationship-based approach.
- Team-Teach certification is highly desirable.
- Ability to build rapport with disengaged pupils.
- Calm under pressure with a positive, enthusiastic outlook.
We can offer you:
- A warm, welcoming, inclusive school with a friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff.
- Fantastic children who love learning and are proud of our school.
- Excellent opportunities to develop professionally and grow in your role.
- A strong CPD programme with support from Kirklees Outreach Services.
- A genuine opportunity to make a difference.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an amazing school. Upperthong J&I School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Further information can be found by visiting the Upperthong School Website. The school also encourages you to arrange to visit our wonderful school. We look forward to receiving applications from interested parties who should note that we have an expectation that the personal specification will be addressed in full. Completed forms should be returned directly to the school by post or by email to carolyn.littlewood@upperthongschool.co.uk by Friday June 26th at 3.30pm.
Behaviour Support Worker - Upperthong JI School employer: Kirklees Council
Upperthong Junior and Infant School is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where both staff and students thrive. With a dedicated team of educators, excellent professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to safeguarding, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while enjoying a supportive work culture. Join us in fostering a love for learning in our fantastic school community.
