SEND Teaching Assistant

Temporary
Part Time
30
1 Year
Abbey Primary School, Stuart Avenue, Forest Town, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 0AB
Grade 2 Points 2 – 4 (£17,711 - £18,426 full time equivalent salary, £16,348 - £17,008 actual salary)

Required from September 2020

– 1 post to cover Maternity Leave

– 2 posts - One year fixed term contract

The Governors of this happy and successful school are seeking to appoint three excellent Teaching Assistants to provide 1:1 support for identified pupils

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has experience of supporting pupils with special educational needs
  • Has a passion to work with children on a 1:1 basis and see them flourish
  • Can build purposeful relationships with both the child and their parents
  • Has high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
  • Can provide a stimulating, safe and happy learning environment
  • Has an understanding of both the EYFS and Key Stage 1 curriculum
  • Can work alongside our specialist SEND Teaching Assistant and outside agencies to deliver specific programmes of work
  • Has a knowledge of using BSquared and PIVATs to measure progress
  • Has knowledge of visual timetables – signs and symbols
  • Has a basic knowledge of Makaton and a willingness to further expand that knowledge
  • Has very good literacy and numeracy skills
  • Has excellent interpersonal skills, a growth mindset, a good sense of humour and enjoys being part of a friendly and supportive team
  • Is enthusiastic, caring and hard working
  • Can maintain confidentiality
  • Is willing to make a wider contribution to the life of the school

In return we can offer you

  • Happy, hard-working and motivated children who enjoy learning
  • A welcoming, inclusive school community
  • Supportive and caring colleagues
  • A supportive and forward thinking Governing Body
  • A well resourced attractive working environment
  • Commitment to your continued professional development

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 we are unable to accept visits to the school. Application forms and further details are available from the school website or by e-mailing tkowalenko@abbey.notts.sch.uk

Closing Date: Monday 1st June Noon

Interview Date: W/C 8th June

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation. for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

This vacancy is closed to applications.