What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for people who:
• have the ability to inspire children with a love of learning;
• have high expectations for all children;
• are hardworking and adaptable to change;
• attend to pupils' personal needs and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, personal care, first aid and emotional wellbeing, including the use of specialist equipment where necessary
• are willing to undergo training in order to be a highly effective SEND support assistant
• have excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and is a true team player; and
• can play an active part in the wider life of our school.
Applicants must have:
• Experience working with children, ideally in a SEND or educational setting.
• Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and experience supporting children with diverse needs.
• Patient, empathetic, and understanding approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Positive and proactive attitude, with the ability to adapt to individual student needs.
• Willingness to learn and participate in SEND-related training.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to meeting students' changing needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Relevant qualifications
What the school offers its staff
In return, Ordsall Primary School can offer you:
• fabulous children who are keen to learn and ‘be the best that they can be’;
• a happy and welcoming working environment;
• a welcoming and caring ethos where everyone is valued and supported;
• dedicated and friendly team of staff and governors who are committed to the inclusion of all children and who have a true commitment to developing children’s personal, social and emotional development;
• staff that truly believe every child can achieve their full potential;
• a positive outlook on life and an enthusiasm for learning;
• opportunities for further professional development; and
• a supportive and friendly community of parents.
Further details about the role
Please indicate which role you are applying for in your application form.
Part-time applications are welcome for both positions.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.