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We are a highly successful community all age special school for students aged 3-19 years old with severe and complex learning difficulties including autism. The original Edith Borthwick School was purpose built in Bocking in1976, and was designated a 'New Model Special School' by Essex Local Authority in 2006. In September 2015 we moved to our brand new, purpose built school in Braintree which offers superb facilities. We currently have a 240 pupil/student placement capacity.
A key feature of our school is the provision of a high quality education programme tailored specifically for individual needs. Meeting individual needs follows a route of Education Health Care Planning, with personalised plans engaging with a wide range of supporting agencies.
The school has an extended workforce with a large dedicated staff team who constantly strive to ensure that each pupil and student maximises their potential. Our wide range of specialist staff and facilities ensures that appropriate support and guidance is available for all students across the full curriculum/age range.
We are looking for a Pastoral Support Assistant to support our learners with emotional regualtion and supporting staff to implement the right strategies. Experience of working with children with severe/complex needs would be benefical, as well as having a good understanding of child development and how this presents in SLD learners.
The role is Monday to Friday 0830-1530, 39 weeks Term time only and 5 non pupil days
Scale 7 point 19 - £29,777 (pro rated £19,546)
You can read more about us on our website at www.edithborthwick.essex.sch.uk
Please apply online or ring the School for an application form and if you would like a tour of the school - 01376 529300
Please note previous applicants need not apply.