SEN Teaching Assistant at St Louis Catholic Primary School

St Louis Catholic Primary School; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St Louis Catholic Primary School in England is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant to work with pupils across EYFS to Year 6, on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, under the guidance of teachers and the SENCO.

You will help pupils access learning activities and the wider curriculum, developing communication, social, emotional and independence skills while promoting a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children with SEND is preferred.
• Patience, nurturing and resilience are essential.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for pupils with additional needs, individually or in small groups.
• Support access to learning activities and the wider curriculum.
• Help develop communication, social, emotional and independence skills.
• Adapt resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Support pupils' wellbeing and behaviour.
• Monitor progress and share observations with the teaching team.
• Promote inclusion and high expectations for all learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes.

Skills

Patience

Nurturing

Flexible

Resilient

Teamwork

Initiative

Inclusion

Job description

About this Role

The Role

The rolewill involve supporting children with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), either on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. Supportmay take place across the primary age range, from EYFS to Year 6, depending onthe needs of the children and the school.

Working closely with class teachers, the SENCO and other members of the school team, you will help to create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment where all children feel valued and supported.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored support for pupils with additional needs, both individually and in small groups.
• Supporting pupils to access learning activities and the wider curriculum.
• Helping children to develop their communication, social, emotional and independence skills.
• Adapting resources and activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Implementing strategies and programmes recommended by teachers, the SENCO and other professionals.
• Monitoring pupils' progress and sharing observations with the teaching team.
• Promoting inclusion, positive relationships and high expectations for all learners.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the best possible outcomes for every child.

The Ideal Candidate

We arelooking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Is patient, nurturing, flexible and resilient.
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with children and adults.
• Has a positive and proactive approach to overcoming barriers to learning.
• Can work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative.
• Is committed to inclusion and believes that every child can make progress.
• Is willing to learn, reflect and develop their skills and knowledge.
• Can adapt to the changing needs of pupils across the primary age range.

Previousexperience of working with children with SEND would be an advantage, but aboveall, we are looking for the right person with the enthusiasm, commitment andcaring approach to make a difference.

What We Can Offer

• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives.
• A supportive team committed to inclusive education.
• Opportunities to develop professional knowledge and skills.
• A varied and rewarding role working with children of different ages and abilities.

The chance to contribute to a school communitywhere every child is encouraged to succeed.

The successful candidate will help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop independence and confidence, and achieve their individual potential.