Level 2 Special Support Assistant (SEND Position)

Lammack Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Lammack Primary School in United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Special Support Assistant to assist a child with additional learning needs in our Early Years Reception class. The successful candidate will work to differentiate learning materials and support the pupil across the curriculum, ensuring safety and inclusion throughout the school day.

Experience with SEND/complex needs is essential, and appropriate Level 2 qualifications with GCSE Maths and English (Grade C or above) are required

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND/complex needs within a school setting.
• Ability to differentiate learning activities to meet pupil needs.
• Enthusiasm, energy and knowledge of how children learn.

Responsibilities

• Support the child with additional learning needs across the curriculum.
• Ensure the pupil’s safety throughout the school day.
• Differentiate curriculum materials to meet the pupil’s needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and the SEND team.

Skills

SEND experience

Safety awareness

Curriculum support

Education

Level 2 qualifications

GCSE Maths and English (C or above)

Job description

The Governors are seeking to appoint an experienced and dedicated Special Support Assistants to assist a child with additional learning needs - who is currently in our Early Years Reception class.

The child has an EHCP for her learning needs. She has a physical disability which can impact on her learning in different areas of the curriculum.

We are looking for a member of staff to support the child in all areas of the curriculum and to ensure their safety throughout the school day. An ability to differentiate some of the curriculum would be desirable so that appropriate learning materials can be modified to meet the needs of the pupil. Experience of working with SEND pupils/complex needs is essential.

Enthusiasm, energy and knowledge of how children learn are essential. Appropriate qualifications to Level 2 are required and GCSE in Maths and English – Grade C or above are essential.