SEN Learning Support Assistant: 1:1 & Group Interventions

West House School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on school fees

Contributory Pension Scheme

Free lunch and refreshments

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike2Work scheme

Enhanced Maternity scheme

Job summary

West House School in Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant for a one-year fixed term contract to support a Year 1 pupil with an EHCP. The role entails 1:1, individual and small-group work under the Head of Pre-Prep and EYFS and in collaboration with the SENCO.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 SEN/TA/EYFS qualification, possess safeguarding training and evidence high-quality SEN delivery.

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 qualification in SEN, Teaching Assistant Work and/or EYFS work
• Current safeguarding training (within the last three years)
• Educated to GCSE level including English and Maths at grade C or above
• Proven record of high-quality delivery of SEN and Learning Support
• Knowledge and experience of working with children with an EHCP
• Outstanding knowledge and understanding of the EYFS Statutory Framework
• Experience of working with children with SEN
• Competent ICT skills
• Outstanding communication/interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work as part of a team
• An ability to prioritise and carry out specific requests in a timely manner
• Problem solving skills
• A flexible attitude
• A commitment to CPD
• Humour, patience, stamina, loyalty and humility

Responsibilities

• Provide 1 to 1 support, individual and group work to support a pupil as outlined in their EHCP
• Support the wider department to enhance EHCP delivery
• Implement strategies with the EYFS SENCO for routines, transitions, and behaviours
• Build positive relationships with the child and family and value parental involvement
• Keep observations and assessments, maintain accurate records
• Liaise with outside agencies to ensure EHCP delivery
• Deliver other EHCP or Learning Support tasks as directed
• Provide assistance to other pupils as required

Skills

SEN Support

Teaching Assistant

EYFS

ICT skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in SEN Support

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

ICT skills

Job description

West House School in Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant for a one-year fixed term contract to support a Year 1 pupil with an EHCP. The role entails 1:1, individual and small-group work under the Head of Pre-Prep and EYFS and in collaboration with the SENCO.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 SEN/TA/EYFS qualification, possess safeguarding training and evidence high-quality SEN delivery.