Learning Support Assistant SEND

We are looking for a dedicated and inclusive SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and collaborative team. Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have a patient, compassionate nature and a genuine interest in supporting their learning and development?

You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher, you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.

This is no ordinary job; this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high-quality education. You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
• Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Consistent in a calm and fair approach
• Committed to raising the achievement of all students of all abilities
• Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

Investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us; we can offer you:

• Excellent ongoing CPD and training programmes with a wealth of high-quality development opportunities for all stages of career
• Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work-life balance
• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
• Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free eye tests
• Employee Assistance Programme – free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

To discover what makes Stapleford Abbotts so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01708 688207 or email office.manager@sapa-tkat.org.

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT, we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work-life balance.

TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.