Job Title: Inclusion Assistant
Salary: TA3 (Scale 7 – 17) FTE £25,583 - £30,060, Actual pro rata £20,787-£24,426. Pay review pending.
Contract Type: Permanent (Term time plus TED days)
Hours: 35 hours (working pattern 08:15 – 15:45)
About: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team at Cherry Orchard Primary School in the newly created Inclusion Assistant role. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to provide comprehensive pastoral and SEND support to pupils and their families. This role is pivotal in ensuring the well-being and academic success of our students, particularly those with additional needs. This role will directly support the Inclusion lead/SENDCo in delivering the Inclusion Strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with senior leaders, teachers, and external agencies to coordinate support for vulnerable pupils and families.
2. Family Engagement: Build strong, trusting relationships with families to support their engagement in their child's education and well-being.
3. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential records of all interactions and support provided. Supporting the school with administrative tasks connected to SEND and Pastoral provision.
4. Support Plans: Assist in the development and implementation of individualised pastoral support plans for pupils with additional needs.
5. Emotional Support: Provide one-on-one and group support to pupils to help them manage their emotions and behaviours effectively. Provide immediate support and intervention in cases of family crisis or emergency.
6. Coordinate Support: Support the SENCo in training TAs and supporting and monitoring effectiveness of provision across the school.
7. Workshops and Training: Organise and deliver workshops and training sessions for parents and carers on various topics, including parenting skills, mental health, and educational support.
8. Advocacy: Advocate for the needs of pupils and families within the school and with external agencies.
Application Process: Application forms are available to download here: Cherry Orchard Primary School - Current Vacancies. Please email completed application forms to:
Head Teacher Mrs K Banford
kbanford@riverscofe.co.uk
Closing Date: Thursday 1st May at 12 noon
Interviews Week Beginning: Monday 5th May
Start Date: Monday 2nd June (with flexibility dependent upon the availability of the successful candidate)
#J-18808-Ljbffr