SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

SEN Learning Support Assistant

Start Date: 2nd September 2024

Salary: Scale 3, point 5 (actual salary £16,559.01 p/a)

Hours: 31.25 per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:15pm, term time only

Type: Fixed term until 31st August 2025

We are looking to appointanexperienced, enthusiastic and motivated SEN Learning Support Assistants to provide one to one support for pupils with additional needs. You will work closely with the Class Teacher and SENCo to support learning in line with the curriculum and a range of one plan needs. Experience of working with children with special needs is desired. This position is a fixed term contract.

The successful candidate will:

· have a high level of empathy and compassion;

· have the ability to form positive relationships with colleagues and children;

· have experience of and is confident in supporting children's special educational needs, including social & emotional;

· be prepared to take on any educational training as required;

· remain calm in challenging situations and work closely as part of a team;

· liaise with and report to the class teacher and SENCo;

· have a good sense of humour!

We can offer you an exciting and vibrant working environment, training and supportive colleagues.

Visits to the School are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To make an appointment, please contact Rachel Buchanan on 01206 574524 or email: admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk.

Closing Date for applications is midday, Friday 28th June2024

Interviews will be heldThursday 4th July 2024

Please take care to complete the application in full, as incomplete applications will not be considered.

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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Information about the School

Kings Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to working with all those involved in children’s development and learning to provide a safe, caring, secure, stimulating and welcoming learning environment.

We value each individual and encourage them to do their best, respect each other and their beliefs, taking pride in everything they do.

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.