SEND Teaching Assistant

There is an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant with SEND expertise to join our dedicated and welcoming team at Downsell Primary School. You will work in our Nurture room with a small group of children but may be asked to work 1:1 or in a classroom depending on the school needs. We are looking for someone who is flexible and has a positive approach. Our excellent staff work hard to create a happy, safe and stimulating environment for all our children. The school is in the heart of a diverse community and we are an inclusive school committed to providing equal opportunities for all our children and staff. This will be a fixed term contract with possibility of extending (depending on school needs and budget). We are looking for an individual who is:

• Highly committed to ensuring a high quality provision for young children
  
  Highly motivated and able to positively contribute towards to the school life
• Enthusiastic and can adapt to meet needs of young children
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Work well in a team to promote young children's independence, self-esteem and social inclusion
We can offer:
• A creative and welcoming school
• Hardworking, motivated and positive colleagues
• A well informed and supportive leadership team who are committed to the development of all staff
• Staff Benefits
  
  January 2025 - 31st July 2025 Fixed Term (Possibility of extending at end, subject to applicant suitability, school needs and funding, Benefits scheme: Sodexo
• Leisure Centre Discount (Better Leisure Centre)
• Employee Credit Union
• Private Medical Care
• Employee Assistance Programme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online social media check and the Disclosure and Barring Service DBS. Online social media check and references will be carried out prior to interviews.