Job Description

Job Title: SEN 1:1 Learning Support Assistant and Midday Assistant - Parkwood Academy

Contract: Fixed Term ending 31st August 2028

Hours per week: 20 hours per week (38 weeks - Term time only)

Scale: 3 Point 5-6 (Depending on experience)

Actual Salary: £10,622.13 to £10,799.77 (Depending on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date: Tuesday 9th January 2024 - midday

Interview Date: Wednesday 17th January 2024

Parkwood Academy are seeking an enthusiastic SEN 1:1 Learning Support Assistant and Midday Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team at Parkwood Academy. The position will be working 1:1 with a year 2 child who has ADHD/ASD/SEMH, experience is desirable but not essential. As a SEN 1:1 Learning Support Assistant and Midday Assistant, you will play a fundamental role in fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

The successful candidate will be required to work 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.40 am to 12.40 pm, and you will need to be able to follow a 'One Plan' under the guidance of the Class Teacher and SENCO.

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Are seeking a rewarding role.
• Have a NVQ Level 2 in learning support or early years,or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Have good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE grade A-C or Level 4 and above).
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Have understanding of working with an EHCP/One Plan.
• Have experience working with children in a school or early year setting.
• Have experience of working with SEND children, particularly ADHD, ASD and SEMH.
• Have a good understanding of child development.
• Have the ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain composure in challenging situations whilst being patient and understanding.

We can offer

• Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who are 'proud to belong' to our school and enjoy learning in a stimulating environment.
• A forward thinking, proactive Trust that is dedicated to the success of its pupils and staff.
• A dynamic and collaborative team of leadership who are dedicated and committed to the success of pupils and staff alike.
• Access to ongoing training empowering you to grow and excel in your role.
• An additional week's holiday in October resulting in a 2-week break during this term.
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance programme available to all employees, providing you with the support you need whenever you need it.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed please contact the school office on 01245 354605 and arrange a visit. We hope to meet you.

If you would like to apply for this position click on the 'Apply for this vacancy' above.

Once completed please send to Sarah O'Donnell, Recruitment Consultant at recruitment@seacademytrust.co.uk along with your Recruitment Monitoring Information form. The Job Description and Person Specification is also included in the attachments.

Parkwood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references. We are an equal opportunities employer and are part of the South Essex Academy Trust.

Information about the School

Nestled in the heart of Melbourne Drive, Chelmsford, Parkwood Academy is a thriving primary school within the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), a dynamic network of schools that champion collaboration and mutual support. SEAT is a multi-academy trust comprising a family of primary schools that actively work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and staff.