SEN Learning Support Practitioner

Northgate Primary School; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Northgate School in Bishop's Stortford invites applications from an experienced SEN Learning Support Practitioner. Join a dedicated SEN team and help pupils reach their full potential through collaborative planning with teachers, the SENDCo and external professionals.

You will support children with diverse needs, build trusted relationships, and contribute to inclusive education across the school. Commitment to ongoing professional development is valued.

Qualifications

• Have proven experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining high expectations.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENDCo, the wider SEN team and external agencies, whilst also being confident to work independently when required.
• Be able to implement specialist strategies and professional advice consistently.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Show initiative, flexibility and a willingness to continually develop their knowledge and practice.
• Be passionate about inclusion and committed to helping every child succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and maintain high expectations.
• Collaborate with class teachers, the SENDCo, the SEN team and external agencies to support pupils.
• Be confident to work independently when required and implement specialist strategies.
• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability and ongoing professional development.
• Support children with a range of additional needs in inclusive education settings.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community and uphold inclusion values.

Skills

Special Educational Needs experience

Communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Inspire. Empower. Make Every Day Count.

Are you an experienced SEN Learning Support Practitioner looking for a role where your expertise will truly make a difference? At Northgate School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We're looking for a passionate, skilled and highly motivated practitioner to join our dedicated SEN team and play a key role in supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, our SENDCo, specialist staff and external professionals to deliver exceptional support for children with a range of additional needs. If you are patient, adaptable, proactive and committed to inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will:

• Have proven experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs.


• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining high expectations.


• Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENDCo, the wider SEN team and external agencies, whilst also being confident to work independently when required.


• Be able to implement specialist strategies and professional advice consistently.


• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Show initiative, flexibility and a willingness to continually develop their knowledge and practice.


• Be passionate about inclusion and committed to helping every child succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

We are particularly interested in candidates who:

• Understand how to engage children with diverse learning needs.


• Have strong behaviour management skills and a calm, positive approach.


• Bring creativity, resilience and enthusiasm to their work.
  
• Want to play an active part in the wider life of our school community.