Package Description
SEND Interventions Assistant – Westfield House School, 191 Sutton Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 4EX
Salary: £26,228 - £27,593 | Full Time (37.5 hours/week)
Purpose of the Role
To work directly in the classroom to deliver tailored 1:1 interventions and targeted support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).
By expertly implementing bespoke strategies, you will remove barriers to learning, foster independence, and ensure every child is empowered to make meaningful academic and personal progress. In addition, you will assist teachers in delivering education and care to pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
At Westfield House School
We provide a holistic, therapeutic education in a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Committed to making a daily difference, we focus on helping young people reach their full potential, backed by strong Ofsted ratings and dedicated support for families.
Key Responsibilities
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Support pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and behavioural challenges while delivering targeted interventions record data for colleagues
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Collaborate with the School SENDCo delivering interventions and classroom support under guidance of SENDCO and Assistant SENDCO and EHCP outcomes
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Work closely with teaching staff, welfare teams, clinical professionals, and external professionals
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Assist pupils with learning activities, adapting support to individual needs under teacher guidance encouraging pupil engagement and independence in learning tasks
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Support record-keeping and monitoring of pupil progress as directed
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Assist pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development using trauma-informed approaches and participate in training on trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches
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The postholder will actively promote and embed the EPIC values (Excellence, Passion, Integrity, Caring) in all aspects of their work and adhere strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct to create a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment that promotes pupil wellbeing and achievement
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Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards and all relevant health and safety regulations
Requirements
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A committed and passionate view of students with SEND and SEMH
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At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision
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A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous
Benefits of Joining Keys Group
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NEST enhanced pension scheme
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Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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Access to a blue light discount card
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Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
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Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
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Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
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Life assurance
Commitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant
Keys Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training.
Safeguarding
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.
More can be found about Keys Group and our Therapeutic Education Services here
School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.
Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.
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