SEND Teaching Assistant Level 3 at Anston Hillcrest Primary School

We are seeking highly motivated and experienced Teaching Assistants with SEND experience to join our team in providing high-quality education for our children. The successful candidates will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in their learning and development.

We have a Communication Friendly Integrated SEND resource within our school and the successful candidate will be required to work both within the Integrated resource and across the wider school.

Key Responsibilities:

To support children with SEND in their learning and development, adapting materials and resources to meet individual needs.

To work closely with teachers and other professionals, providing feedback and support on the progress and development of children with SEND.

To contribute to the planning and delivery of lessons and activities, ensuring that pupils with SEND are fully included and engaged.

To maintain accurate records and reports on the progress and development of pupils with SEND, liaising with teachers and other professionals as required.

To attend training and development opportunities, keeping up-to-date with best practice and new initiatives in SEND education.

The successful candidates will:

Have some experience of working with children with SEND in a school or specialist environment.

Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.

Have a good knowledge and understanding of SEND and the principles of inclusive education.

Be able to communicate effectively with children, families, teachers and other professionals.

Be able to manage challenging behaviour in a positive and proactive manner.

Be committed to their own professional development and willing to attend training and development opportunities.

We offer;

• A warm, welcoming and supportive team
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A school culture rooted in mutual respect, inclusion and high expectations
• A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds at least GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grades A-C or 9-4)
• Has a relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g.NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) OR has relevant experience equivalent to the role demonstrable at interview
• Has experience working with children in a school setting
• Communicates effectively and demonstrates strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Is empathetic, patient, and committed to inclusive education
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and child protection
• Experience working with SEND children