SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistants

Required for 32.5 hours per week, 44.65 weeks, working 8.30 am to 3.30 pm (30 mins lunch);

Monday to Friday, term time only

Scale 4, Point 7 - Salary equivalent to £22,149.75

We are looking for SEN teaching assistants to join our team working to support our pupils with additional needs in both mainstream interventions and our ARP for autistic children. The successful candidates will be required to provide support in the following aspects:

• To work with children who have a range of complex needs including learning, behavioural and physical needs.
• To demonstrate resilience in managing the behaviour of children with complex needs.
• Remain calm under pressure and be able to adapt to change quickly.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and a genuine commitment to Inclusion.

This would suit candidates who are motivated, patient with a calm nature, having great verbal communication skills and a passion for making a difference.

You will need to hold GCSE qualifications in English and Mathematics as a minimum to apply and have recent and relevant classroom experience working with children with Special Educational Needs. You will have high expectations of work and behaviour; be able to work effectively in a team and be flexible, as well as being able to show initiative.

 We can offer:

• A supportive and forward-looking staff and governing body
• Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development
• A pleasant working environment and helpful staff in our oversubscribed, successful school

Support staff application forms can be downloaded online at www.valenceprimaryschool.com or collected from either school office. Applications made by C.V. or from agencies will not be accepted.

Your application should be forwarded to Janet Kenning, HR Officer or emailed to jkenning@valenceprimaryschool.com.

Closing date for this post will be Friday 5th July 2024 at 12pm.

Interviews will follow for selected candidate’s week commencing 8th July 2024. 

Valence Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a comprehensive screening process, including a disclosure check and an online check, will be undertaken on all applications.

References will be requested prior to interview.