SEN Teaching Assistant

Bridgetown Primary School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and flexible Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, dynamic and thriving school. The successful candidates will support children with special educational needs on a 1:1 and small group basis.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff & volunteers to share this commitment. This post subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Key Requirements

Good numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE or equivalent maths and English at Grade C / level 4 or above required) Experience of working within relevant age groups within a learning environment. Experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs. Ability to work well as part of a team. An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities. Able to use basic ICT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier. Good keyboard skills and knowledge of relevant ICT packages. Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation. An ability to understand the principles of child development and learning processes Ability to relate well to children. Ability to relate well to adults. Ability to understand roles of parents and carers in pupil learning and demonstrate ability to liaise with them sensitively and effectively. Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive feedback on pupils' progress. Ability to stay
calm and be patient and understanding when dealing with children To be able to deal with inappropriate behaviour in a calm and non-judgemental way following school guidance. Ability to successfully complete first aid training as required. Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training. To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school. Interact with children enthusiastically, positively, creatively and flexibly to develop communication, social skills, self-regulation and independence.

The role is Wednesday to Friday, 8.40am - 3.20pm with 30 mins lunch (18.51 hours) term time only, though there may be some flexibility. You will join an amazing team of staff and will receive great support. Our school is situated on the edge of the historic and cultural town of Stratford-upon-Avon and benefits from many strong community links.