SEN Support Assistant

St Josephs; Waltham Cross; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

St Joseph's is seeking a caring SEN Support Assistant to join our inclusive primary school community in England. The role is 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, term time only, supporting children with special educational needs.

You will work with the SENCO and teachers to provide targeted support, promoting independence, social skills and emotional regulation. Experience with SEN is desirable; commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Caring, enthusiastic and committed to helping children with SEN.
• Able to work with a small group and alongside teachers and the SENCO.
• Experience working with children with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support for children with SEN.
• Help pupils access learning and participate in school life.
• Develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Implement strategies and programmes for individual needs.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Monitor pupil progress with teachers and SENCO.
• Support pupils during lessons, playtimes, lunchtimes, and other activities.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

32.5 hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm, Term Time Only) Make a difference. Inspire confidence. Help every child thrive. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed SEN Support Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive primary school community. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children with special educational needs and who wants to play a meaningful role in helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally. The successful candidate will work closely with a small group of children with additional needs, providing targeted support both in and outside the classroom. You will work alongside class teachers, the SENCO and other professionals to ensure that every child receives the support, encouragement and opportunities they need to succeed., As an SEN Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide individual and small-group support for children with a range of SEN needs.
• Support pupils to access learning and participate fully in school life.
• Help children develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Implement strategies and programmes designed to meet individual learning and developmental needs.
• Support children with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and provide encouragement and reassurance.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and other members of the school team.
• Contribute to the monitoring and assessment of pupil progress.
• Support pupils during lessons, playtimes, lunchtimes and other aspects of the school day.
• Promote an inclusive, nurturing and respectful environment where every child feels valued
  Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Is patient, nurturing, calm and compassionate.
• Has high expectations for every child and believes that all pupils can achieve.
• Can build strong and positive relationships with children.
• Is able to respond flexibly to individual needs and changing circumstances.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is enthusiastic, reliable and willing to learn.
• Can work effectively as part of a wider team.
• Has experience working with children with SEN (desirable but not essential).
  A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives.
• A dedicated and experienced SEN team.
• Strong support from teachers, the SENCO and wider staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A positive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience working with children with a range of additional needs.

Join our team If you are someone who is kind, resilient, enthusiastic and committed to helping children reach their potential, we would love to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to become an important part of a child's educational journey - helping them overcome barriers, celebrate their successes and develop the confidence and independence to thrive. St Joseph's is the primary school in the St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust. We have a strong tradition of providing an authentic education which aims to deliver excellence for every member of our community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Interviews: St Joseph's is committed to the equality of opportunity for all applicants, and we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis, and close the application deadline early, therefore an early application is advisable.