We are seeking an enthusiastic and patient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The role involves using Makaton for communication and may include personal care and hygiene tasks. Experience with special educational needs and Makaton is advantageous.
This is a part-time temporary appointment for 1 year, 28.75 hours a week, (8:45 - 3:15), term time only (38 weeks and 2 days per year).
Whilst you will be expected to work under the direction of the class teacher, you will also have the ability to use your own initiative to organise tasks and activities; creating simple resources to support the pupil’s work as appropriate. You will work closely with the class teacher and the School’s SEN support.
We are looking for a person who is:
* calm, kind and patient
* experienced in communicating with young pupils and those with learning difficulties
* knowledge in Makaton would be advantageous
* cheerful, positive and enthusiastic about working with children
* educated to a good standard with GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C or above) or equivalent
* possessing excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* a good team player
* flexible
We can offer you:
* A friendly and supportive team;
* Opportunities for progression and development through training, coaching and mentoring;
* A healthy work-life balance;
* An inclusive environment where you feel valued;
* A supportive leadership team;
* Excellent pension scheme;
* Counseling Service;
* Health Cashplan (After 6 months service);
* Free parking;
* Discounted breakfast and after school club for your child (if your child attends one of our trust schools);
In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, we may bring the closing date forward. We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
CVs will only be accepted when accompanied by a fully completed online application form. No agencies please.
Bourne Alliance MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post is subject to references and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.
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