Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN) - The Holy Brook School

The Methodist Church in Britain; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive team

Rewarding environment

Job summary

The Holy Brook School seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to support primary-aged pupils with SEN and SEMH needs. Much of the work is 1:1 or in small groups, helping children regulate emotionally, communicate and grow in independence alongside teachers and pastoral staff.

The role is term time, 37 hours with INSET days, and requires an enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks. Experience with play-based activities and knowledge of child development are valued, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children.
• Experience of organising play activities to help children learn.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher with learning activities.
• Prepare resources for learning activities.
• Help maintain a calm, positive and inclusive classroom.
• Encourage emotional regulation, communication and social independence.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver tailored support.
• Help pupils engage positively with their learning.

Skills

Child development

English & Maths

Patience & resilience

Calm & nurturing

Independent & team oriented

Education

NNEB or CACHE Level 3 Diploma in childcare

Job description

This post supports primary-aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs at The Holy Brook School, a specialist community special school. Much of the work is one-to-one and in small groups, helping children regulate emotionally, communicate and grow in independence alongside teachers and pastoral staff. The role is term time, 37 hours with INSET days, and suits those with child development knowledge and play-based experience. An enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks are required.

What the job involves

• Support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist the class teacher with learning activities
• Prepare resources for learning activities
• Help maintain a calm, positive and inclusive classroom
• Encourage emotional regulation, communication and social independence
• Build trusting relationships with pupils
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver tailored support
• Help pupils engage positively with their learning

Experience

• Experience of working with children
• Experience of organising play activities to help children learn

Skills & knowledge

• Good understanding of child development
• Good basic skills in English and Maths
• Patient, calm, nurturing and adaptable
• Caring, energetic and resilient
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Online checks
• Safer recruitment checks

Nice to have

• Experience of working with children with SEN
• NNEB or CACHE Level 3 Diploma in childcare

What’s offered

• Supportive, skilled and collaborative staff team
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Warm, rewarding school environment