Ferney Lee Primary School is graded GOOD in ALL areas (Ofsted, Feb 2023)
Do you want to work in a school where…
‘Relationships between pupils and staff are warm and respectful.’
Pupils:
‘…are happy and learn well and are respectful and kind.’
‘…value people from different backgrounds and are proud of the diversity in their school.’
‘…are fully involved in the life of the school.’
‘… with SEND are happy, settled and achieve well.’
Leaders:
‘… have high expectations of pupils’ achievements, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)’
‘… provide experiences that develop pupils’ self-belief and knowledge of the wider world.’
‘… have the well-being of staff and pupils at heart.’
Job Title: Support Assistant
Job Purpose: To assist in promoting the learning and personal development of targeted SEND children in our setting, enabling them to make best use of the educational opportunities available.
Pay Scale: Scale 3
Hours: 8.30am – 3.30pm Term time only
Responsible to: Headteacher/SENCO
Required from September 2026
Due to funding this is a Fixed term contract for 2 years September 2026 – August 2028 (in the first instance)
Do you have the passion, energy and drive to improve the life chances of vulnerable children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties?
Do you want to surround yourself with like-minded, inspirational colleagues who share the same belief and vision for inclusive education?
Do you want to enhance your professional and personal learning opportunities?
Do you want to work within a highly resourced and skilled team where opportunities to work collaboratively, creatively and innovatively are endless?
Do you want to embark upon a new career path or enhance a current career in specialist education and shape the future success and scope of our school?
Do you want to be part of a community that prioritises staff wellbeing and workload and promotes ‘work-life brilliance’?
If so, we need your skills and expertise on our Team!
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged: please contact the school office to make an appointment (01706 254848). You are also encouraged to explore our website to provide you with a greater insight into life at our school.
We are proud of our fully inclusive school. If you would like any assistance with completing the application form, please do not hesitate to ask for support.
Application forms should be returned to the Office Manager, Ms Cristina Ortiz:
[email protected]
Show arounds: w/c Monday 15th June
Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 3pm
Interviews: Wednesday 1st July
Safeguarding Statement
Ferney Lee Primary School is committed to ensuring a culture of safer recruitment and as part of that implements recruitment procedures that deter, identify, prevent or reject unsuitable people from gaining access to pupils within the organisation. The school adopts a consistent and rigorous approach in the recruitment and selection processes, with the aim of ensuring that those recruited are suitable for such an important and responsible role.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed, alongside suitable references.
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