St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a popular school founded in 1886, boasting an excellent local reputation with facilities that provide an engaging working and learning environment. Our children are always expected to do their best and aim for excellence. St Thomas’ is a 3 form entry school, located on an attractive site, catering for around 630 pupils from a community that embraces diversity.
We are looking for an enthsiastic and caring SEN Teaching & Learning Assistant to join our friendly and hard working team.
Monday to Friday - 8:45am - 3:15pm - Term time only
The successful candidate will be expected:
· To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support strategies and to develop an understanding of the specific needs of the pupils to be supported
· To work under direct supervision of class teachers/SENCO to organise activities and lead structured and agreed learning activities
· To implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher/SENCO adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses as appropriate
· To supervise and provide particular support for pupils (as directed by the class teacher, or SENCo, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities;
· To contribute to creating a positive, stimulating and purposeful learning environment
· Promote positive pupil behaviour in line with school policies and help keep pupils on task
· To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all children
· To set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £17,500.00-£19,480.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Teaching Assistant: 1 year (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
