Our dedicated and enthusiastic team of staff are looking to appoint Support Staff who has a passion for supporting additional needs to join our caring and values led community working on a one to one basis with a child.This role will be is a fixed term contract. The working hours are;Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 1.00pm, 22.5 hours per week. The actual salary will be £12,023 (FTE £23,576). The role will be to work on a one to one basis with a child who needs additional support within the classroom to enable access to the curriculum. A candidate with experience of working with children with additional needs is desirable.
Barnsbury is a two form entry Primary school situated south of Woking, a short walk from the railway station. Our diverse catchment provides a rich, fully inclusive and rewarding environment where Values are at the centre of all we do. We believe that each child deserves the very best education and start in life. If you share our beliefs and can add value to our already committed team then please apply.Principal AccountabilitiesBelow are a list of some of the principal accountabilities, a full list of which can be found in the attached document.Implement agreed school policies and guidelinesAssist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, SENCO and class teachersAssist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes for pupils and help monitor progressProvide support for an individual pupil inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in a range of activitiesLiaise with other professionals, such as speech therapists as necessarySupport pupils with emotional and behavioural problems and help to develop their social skillsBuild trusting relationships with pupils and report any concerns relating to child protection to the Designated Safeguard LeadSupport teachers in preparing activities for lessons including photocopying, laminating etc.Organise appropriate resources in support of activities relating to individual targets as set onSupport the aims and ethos of the schoolSet a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendanceAttend team meetings and INSET daysDevelop expertise through staff development opportunitiesBe proactive in matters relating to health and safetyUndertake any other necessary tasks under the direction of the Headteacher, DeputyBarnsbury can offer:
Children who enjoy learning and who are positive about their schoolA supportive team – parents, governors, staff and leadershipExcellent Continuous Professional Development opportunitiesA unique curriculum, matched to pupils needSuperb outdoor learning opportunities and extensive groundsLarge colourful classrooms and a wealth of resourcesStart date: 6th January 2025Closing date for applications: Monday, 18th November 2024 at 12.00pmApplications should be made by downloading the Application Form (please note that CVs will not be accepted).
Please note that all applications will be considered upon receipt and for an exceptional candidate an appointment may be made before the closing date. Therefore, it is recommended that if you wish to apply for this position you do so as soon as possible.Barnsbury Primary School and Nursery is part of The SWAN Trust, a multi-academy trust comprised of ten Woking schools (all within the Primary phase). We have a shared ethos and work collaboratively to provide the best possible opportunities for all pupils across the trust.