Lead Assistant Teacher (SEMH Resource Provision)

Woodcot Primary School; Gosport; Vor Ort; GBP 22.000 - 24.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

LGPS pension

Enhanced DBS

Onsite parking

Gateway Central Services

Zusammenfassung

Woodcot Primary School in Gosport is opening The Beacon SEMH Resource Provision in January 2027. The Lead Assistant Teacher will design daily structure with the SENCo, lead Beacon staff, monitor pupil progress and support learners both individually and in small groups.

You will liaise with class teachers and external agencies, contributing to a calm, consistent learning environment. Term-time only contract, 32.5 hours/week at 39 weeks/year with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Experience with SEMH needs and supporting vulnerable learners.
• Ability to design and adapt curriculum within a Beacon provision.

Aufgaben

• Lead Beacon staff with a calm, structured approach.
• Monitor pupil progress and review individual plans.
• Collaborate with SENCo, teachers and external agencies.
• Support pupils individually and in small groups to access learning.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Trauma-informed

Behaviour management

Mentoring others

Jobbeschreibung

Woodcot Primary School

Lead Assistant Teacher - SEMH Resource Provision

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Grade D1 - D5

£21,618.95 - £23,785.66 (actual)

Start date: January 2027

Woodcot Primary School is seeking a Lead Assistant Teacher who is passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our new Resource Provision - The Beacon - will open to pupils in January 2027, so this is an exciting time to join the school and help shape the provision on offer to pupils at Woodcot. The SENCo will retain overall responsibility for curriculum design, and you will work closely with them to plan the structure of the day. During the day, you will work with pupils individually and in small groups, supporting them to access the curriculum either within the Beacon or alongside their peers in the classroom.

About the role

• Work closely with the SENCo to help design the structure of the day and the curriculum offer within the Beacon.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of Beacon staff, ensuring a consistent, calm and structured approach.
• Take a lead role in monitoring pupil progress and outcomes, and in reviewing individual pupil plans.
• Liaise with class teachers, parents/carers and external agencies as required.
• Support the SENCo in embedding and continually improving practice within the provision as it becomes established.

The ideal candidate will possess

• A positive, approachable and caring attitude towards all children.
• A reflective and adaptable teaching style to meet the diverse needs of each individual child.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to contributing to our school’s values, ethos and development.
• Experience of, or a genuine interest in, supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• A calm, consistent and resilient approach when working with pupils who may present with behaviour that challenges.
• An understanding of the impact of trauma and attachment on children’s behaviour and learning (desirable).
• Experience of leading, coordinating or mentoring the work of other adults (desirable).
• Confidence in liaising with the SENCo, class teachers and external professionals and agencies.

At Woodcot Primary School you will find

• Happy, motivated children eager to learn in a one-form entry primary setting.
• A dedicated, supportive and welcoming staff team.
• A strong focus on continuing professional development (CPD) and a commitment to your future.
• An ethos that embraces new ideas and innovation.
• A well-resourced environment with extensive grounds.
• Opportunities for strong professional development, including high-quality mentoring and coaching.

In return, you will get:

• A competitive salary
• Entry into our LGPS pension scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS
• Onsite parking
• Be part of Gateway Central Services in The Gateway Trust, an organisation dedicated to supporting the local community

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.