At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young learners with additional needs and deliver engaging play-based experiences.
- Company: Robert Clack Primary School, a nurturing and inclusive environment for all pupils.
- Benefits: Free gym membership, medical cash plan, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic school culture that values staff and promotes growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, understanding of child development, and NVQ2 or willingness to obtain.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Robert Clack Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young learners, delivering engaging play-based experiences, and contributing to our nurturing environment, underpinned by our school values of mutual respect, compassion for others, discipline, high expectations and aspirations, and hard work, where every pupil can flourish.
We are a growing primary school, which opened in September 2021, with a strong focus on providing a supportive and inclusive setting for all pupils. Our established nurturing environment ensures that all of our children feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
The successful candidate will be based within our SEND provision, working closely with pupils with a range of additional needs to support their individual development and learning. As part of a wider team of teachers and teaching assistants, you will contribute to high-quality provision across the school, including delivering targeted interventions, leading small group work, and providing tailored support to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum and achieve their potential.
The person we require will have:
- Successful previous experience of working with children.
- Clear knowledge and understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes within either EYFS or Key Stage 1 or 2.
- An understanding of how best to support SEN pupils.
- Supportive, nurturing, and understanding with high expectations.
- A desire to make learning exciting and a positive experience.
- Good communication skills with parents, carers, and members of staff, as well as pupils.
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
- NVQ2 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards the qualification.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Patience, adaptability, willingness to listen, and a good sense of humour.
- Willingness to support pupils with basic hygiene needs and support them towards gaining independence.
What We Offer:
- A supportive working culture that values staff at all levels and invests in people.
- Working with the teaching and support staff as part of a team.
- Opportunities to continue your own professional development.
- A dynamic working environment.
- Free Gym Membership.
- Medical Cash Plan.
Primary SEN Teaching Assistant employer: Robert Clack School of Science
Robert Clack Primary School is an excellent employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive working culture, where every staff member is valued and encouraged to grow professionally. With a strong commitment to nurturing both pupils and employees, the school offers opportunities for continuous professional development, alongside unique benefits such as free gym membership and a medical cash plan, all within a dynamic environment that fosters collaboration and high expectations.
Contact Details:
Robert Clack School of Science Recruitment Team
