Vacancy Details

Description

Fixed Term until 31^st August 2025 – adjusted annually based upon pupil EHCP funding allocation

We are excited to be able to advertise for a Special Education Needs Support Assistant to join our dedicated and caring team of staff.

Sandford Hill is a two-form primary school, with extremely well-behaved pupils who are keen to learn, whilst following our ethos of ‘Thoughtfulness, Respect and Hard Work’. We also have incredibly committed staff who are proud to work at our school and enjoy coming to work.   

The successful candidate will:  

·      provide learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, differentiating and adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of allocated pupils with SEN;

·      attend to pupils’ personal needs including toileting, hygiene, dressing and eating, as well as help with social, welfare and health matters;

·      supervise individuals and groups of pupils throughout the day, including supervision in the classroom, playground and dining areas;

·      be involved in planning, organising and implementing individual development plans for pupils (such as individual educational plans); and

·      select and adapt appropriate resources/methods to facilitate agreed learning activities.

In return we offer:  

·      a school in which relationships are its bedrock; 

·      an experienced, hard-working, fun and supportive team of staff, governors and parents;  

·      workload that is manageable; 

·      leaders who are considerate; and 

·      a commitmentto your professional growth to help you improve. 

To request an application pack, please email Rebecca Morton, Business Manager via email rmorton@sandfordhill.org.uk

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The successful applicant will be offered the position subject to pre-employment checks, DBS clearance, suitable references and must be willing to complete relevant safeguarding training.