Start Date: 22nd April 2025 (or earlier)

Part-time Fixed Term SEND Support Teaching Assistant

Part-time 27.5 hours,  term time  , Fixed-term until August 2027 until children leave 

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic SEND Support Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will be providing essential support to students with a variety of needs, enabling them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Provide one-on-one support or work with small groups, ensuring that students can fully participate in lessons and school activities.
•    Work closely with teachers to adapt the curriculum to meet individual needs and learning styles.
•    Assist in the development and implementation of personalised learning plans and behaviour management strategies.
•    Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents, helping to track achievements and areas for development.
•    Support with the care and welfare of students, ensuring their health and safety at all times.
•    Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported.

What We Are Looking For:
•    A kind, patient, and caring individual who is committed to improving the educational experience of students with SEND.
•    Previous experience working with students with SEND, preferably in a school environment, would be an advantage.
•    Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
•    A flexible and adaptable approach to support the varying needs of students.
•    An understanding of the different types of SEND and the strategies that can be used to support students in overcoming barriers to learning.
•    A proactive and enthusiastic team player, willing to go the extra mile to support student progress.
•    A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or SEND-specific training) is desirable but not essential.

Why Work at Ashfield Infant and Nursery School?
•    A supportive and collaborative working environment where every team member is valued.
•    Opportunities for professional development and further training.
•    The chance to make a real difference to the lives of students and help them achieve their full potential.

How to Apply: To apply, please send your completed Cumberland Council Application Form with a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role to [email protected]

The closing date for applications is Friday 7th March 2025. Interviews will take place Friday 14th March 2025.

Ashfield Infant and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Permanent Post 

1.0FTE
 

The successful candidate will:

•    Be an acknowledged outstanding practitioner of Physics
•    Have a clear understanding of the characteristics of high quality teaching and proven experience of teaching across the whole age, ability and behaviour range
•    Be able to demonstrate their commitment to our students
•    Work closely with senior leaders to agree strategies for improvements
•    Be approachable and of empathetic character in order to engage and support colleagues in improving their practice but at the same time being fair and consistent in expectations
•    Motivate both colleagues and students to work hard and try their best through passing on to them their infectious enthusiasm and passion for their subject!
•    Actively share good practice and seek to explore ways to improve their own and others’ teaching
•    Work hard to ensure all students make at least expected progress irrespective of their starting point and individual needs
•    Understand that behaviour management starts with the quality of teaching in the classroom
•    Demonstrate leadership qualities including personal resilience, drive and initiative and role model those personal qualities we wish to see in all our staff and in still in our young people
The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.

Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References and a Self-Disclosure Form will be sought prior to interview. In accordance with KCSIE 2024, online searches may be carried out as part of the recruitment process.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-84846 (please copy and paste)

If you experience any issues whilst using MyNewTerm,  then please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team via email, [email protected] or T: 01946 820 356.

The closing date for this role is 09.00 on Monday 03 March 2025.