What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, skilled, experienced and dedicated TA3. The successful applicant will have skills, knowledge and experience in working in EYFS and with SEND children with significant needs.
The role will involve working 1:1, supporting the learning of a Year 2 child with significant SEND needs, working at EYFS level. You will work under the direction of our experienced team: the Y2 teacher, deputy head who is EYFS lead, our two SENDCos and our Pupil & Family Support Manager. You should be prepared to work with the child 1:1. Training and support will be given but this is a role for someone who already has experience of EYFS and of children with significant needs.
The role is temporary and will be reviewed in July 2025.
This position is term time plus inset days.
Please note:
• CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
• The successful candidate must bring proof of qualifications and DBS status before the appointment can be confirmed.
• This school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
For an informal discussion please contact:
01282 617035 arranging to speak to Mrs Julie Wood, headteacher, Mrs Lindsey Felters, SENDCO or Mrs Vicky Entwistle, Pupil & Family Support Manager.
What the school offers its staff
A supportive and caring ethos based on the values of the Christian faith.
Supportive parents and Governors and strong links with the local parish community.
Well motivated, well behaved pupils who are enthusiastic to learn and enjoy coming to school.
A well-resourced and attractive working environment.
A supportive team committed to your professional development.
A wellbeing package.
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.