At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with additional needs and help them thrive in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join the dedicated SEND Team at West Thurrock Academy.
- Benefits: Enjoy extended holidays, work-life balance, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Be part of an innovative school community that values every child.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Empathy, creativity, and good communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
West Thurrock Academy invites qualified teaching support staff to join our dedicated SEND Team.
In this part‑time, permanent contract role you will provide high quality support to pupils with additional needs during term time plus two days for INSET, from 8:30 a. m. to 3:45 p. m., Monday to Friday.
- What we are looking for
- Acts as a role model and sets high expectations of conduct and behaviour.
- Can think creatively to engage, enthuse and motivate children to learn.
- Passions about supporting all pupils, especially those with additional needs.
- Demonstrates empathy and understanding when working with pupils with complex needs.
- Is confident and able to work with pupils with challenging needs, including social and emotional challenges.
- Has a good understanding of how to support children with pastoral needs.
- Supports pupils in small groups and in 1:1 settings.
- Works well as part of a team and is committed to improving and developing their own practice.
- Is an effective communicator with pupils and staff.
- Possesses good literacy and numeracy skills.
- What we can offer
- A talented, dedicated, and hard‑working staff team.
- A supportive and forward‑thinking leadership team.
- A friendly and supportive environment that values work‑life balance.
- Opportunities to be part of exciting development and innovative change.
- A diverse school community with positive, happy children who enjoy learning.
- Extended holidays.
- Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
West Thurrock Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff will receive the necessary training and checks to uphold these standards.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements and will involve an enhanced DBS check, a health check and two satisfactory references.
For more information, please contact the School Business Manager
Ian Clark Schoolfield Road, Grays, Essex, RM20 3HR Telephone: 01708 866743 Email: admin@westthurrockacademy. co. uk
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