This post supports primary-aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs at The Holy Brook School, a specialist community special school. Much of the work is one-to-one and in small groups, helping children regulate emotionally, communicate and grow in independence alongside teachers and pastoral staff. The role is term time, 37 hours with INSET days, and suits those with child development knowledge and play-based experience. An enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks are required.
What the job involves
- Support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Assist the class teacher with learning activities
- Prepare resources for learning activities
- Help maintain a calm, positive and inclusive classroom
- Encourage emotional regulation, communication and social independence
- Build trusting relationships with pupils
- Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver tailored support
- Help pupils engage positively with their learning
Experience
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of organising play activities to help children learn
Skills & knowledge
- Good understanding of child development
- Good basic skills in English and Maths
- Patient, calm, nurturing and adaptable
- Caring, energetic and resilient
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Online checks
- Safer recruitment checks
Nice to have
- Experience of working with children with SEN
- NNEB or CACHE Level 3 Diploma in childcare
What’s offered
- Supportive, skilled and collaborative staff team
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Warm, rewarding school environment
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN) - The Holy Brook School employer: Reading Borough Council
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