Positive Play & Learning Support Assistant

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; Amber Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional CPD opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Swanwick School & Sports College is seeking a Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant to drive forward the Positive Support provision across the school. The successful candidate will implement pupil support programmes for pupils with complex needs, work closely with parents and carers, and contribute to an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

Experience with SEND and literacy/numeracy skills is essential, with a willingness to pursue a Positive Play/Support qualification.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing individual pupil support programmes.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with parents and carers.
• Willingness to work towards a Positive Play/Support qualification if not already held.
• Experience supporting pupils with complex SEND and varied needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Work with SLT to determine training needs at personal, class and school level.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to create a consistent caring environment.
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe inclusive ethos.
• Assist with activities during breaks and lunchtimes.

Skills

Engage pupils

Motivate pupils

Strong literacy skills

Strong numeracy skills

Empathy and understanding needs

Teamwork with families

Ability across Key Stages 1–4

Job description

Swanwick School & Sports College is seeking a Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant to drive forward the Positive Support provision across the school. The successful candidate will implement pupil support programmes for pupils with complex needs, work closely with parents and carers, and contribute to an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

Experience with SEND and literacy/numeracy skills is essential, with a willingness to pursue a Positive Play/Support qualification.