32.5 hours per week (monday to friday 8:30 – 3:30)
Term Time only including training days (39 wks)
Spinal Column 7 – 15 (£19 004 – £21 900 inclusive)
to start January 2021
We are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic teaching assistant to work within our SEND ARP unit classes. This is an exciting challenge for committed teaching assistant with some previous experience to come and work within a specialist SEND unit at the school.
Beaconsfield Primary School is a well-resourced, 2FE school that offers a very supportive environment to staff and pupils. Our ARP provision enjoys a range of specialist facilities and additional therapy support along with a dedicated outdoor learning spaces and sensory and soft play rooms.
We are looking for dynamic, inspirational staff members who have:
- ideally NVQ level 2 or equivalent in an aspect of child care/ early years or SEND practice
- some experience of working with pupils with specific SEND needs including ASD
- excellent numeracy and literacy skills (Equivalent to GCSE Grade A-C) (tested at interview)
- willingness to provide personal care and hygiene to children as required
- ability to co-operate and work as part of a team and to be pro-active in using own initiative
- a commitment and passion for inclusive education along with a patient, flexible and positive manner.
And a staff member who is able to:
- work closely with our inclusion leader, ARP staff and other school staff as part of a team
- communicate effectively, both orally and in writing as well as being IT literate
- consistently implement agreed pupil behavior programs and contribute to team strategy discussions
- follow differentiated planning, other specialist programmes and individual support plans with patience and calmness to ensure pupils are fully participating in activities and sessions.
- build and maintain effective relationships with pupils, treating them with respect and consideration.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) which was formerly known as Criminal Records Bureau. Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service
Please contact the ARP Leader or the Head Teacher should you wish to discuss this post further. Please contact the school to request further information or to arrange a visit. Application forms and job descriptions can be downloaded from the school website – www.beaconsfieldprimary.org.uk