Job Description

Key Information:

Contract Type: Part time - Term time only plus 2 days for INSET - 8.30am to 3:45pm Monday - Friday.

Contract Term: Fixed term contract - Linked to aReception named child

FTE Salary: SCP3 - £24,796 - SCP5 - £25,538

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a 1:1 School Support Assistant, providing tailored support to a pupil with medical needs in Reception.

This is a vital role in supporting the learning and well-being of a child with specific medical requirements within a nurturing and inclusive school environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and healthcare professionals to provide effective care and learning support throughout the school day.

Key Responsiblities:

• Provide 1:1 assistance to a named pupil with medical needs, ensuring their safety, well-being, and full access to the curriculum.
• Administer medical care and respond to medical situations as per the child's care plan (training provided).
• Support the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents/carers, and external health professionals.
• Keep accurate records of care and progress.

We are looking for applicants who:

• Are calm, caring, patient, and resilient.
• Are able to follow medical care plans and respond confidently in an emergency (full training will be given).
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Are committed to inclusive education and the safeguarding of all children.
• Are willing to be flexible.

We can offer you:

• A talented, dedicated, and hard-working staff team.
• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance.
• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change.
• A diverse school community with positive and happy children who enjoy learning.
• Extended holidays.
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance programme available to all employees, providing you with the support you need whenever you need it.

West Thurrock Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We ensure through high quality training and development, all staff gain a deep understanding of the expectations of the current Keeping Children Safe In Education guidance. All applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring Service, health check and two satisfactory references.

Visits to the School are warmly welcomed.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for interview.

Incomplete applications will not be successful. CVs will not be accepted. Details and application form can be sent by email upon request from the School Business Manager - admin@westthurrockacademy.co.uk.

Information about the School

West Thurrock Academy is a two-form school which currently has 450 children on role. The school is very spacious with a large hall for P.E, assemblies and school meals, plenty of outdoor learning zones and access to a good-sized field. The school also has a computer suite and Food Technology Room that is used by all classes within the school. The school is open and inclusive, enabling our children to learn and explore in a safe and secure environment.

West Thurrock Academy is a Single Academy Trust with a Governing Body and a Members Board.

The school is currently rated Good with Ofsted, July 2022.