SEN Support Assistant – Term-Time Learning

Shorefields; Tendring; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Clacton Church of England Junior School in Clacton-on-Sea is seeking a Teaching/Child Support assistant for a fixed-term role until 31/08/2027. The post is 25 hours per week, term time including inset days. The position supports pupils with learning, behaviour management, and is linked to SEN funding.

The role requires capacity to work with diverse learners, follow the national curriculum, and promote well-being. Visits welcome; contact Nikki Gillmore for details.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in learning support is desirable, but experienced candidates without this are encouraged to apply.
• Understand and implement school behaviour management policy.
• Ability to manage groups of children, ensuring pupils remain on task.
• Understand and support the differences in children and respond appropriately.
• Working knowledge and experience of implementing the national curriculum and other learning programmes.
• Understanding of different developmental stages and the impact of experience on these developments.
• Understand the way in which play and games can support child development.
• Understand and promote the value of emotional and physical well-being in children.
• Take responsibility for own well-being.

Responsibilities

• Provide a stimulating, educational, and safe environment for children in which they can develop to their full potential.
• Supervise pupils in their activities, at play, and at mealtimes.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and their parents/carers.

Skills

NVQ Level 2

Behaviour management

Group management

Curriculum knowledge

Child development

Job description

Great Clacton Church of England Junior School in Clacton-on-Sea is seeking a Teaching/Child Support assistant for a fixed-term role until 31/08/2027. The post is 25 hours per week, term time including inset days. The position supports pupils with learning, behaviour management, and is linked to SEN funding.

The role requires capacity to work with diverse learners, follow the national curriculum, and promote well-being. Visits welcome; contact Nikki Gillmore for details.