SEN Teaching Assistant: Visual Impairment Support

Watermore Primary School; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Watermore Primary School is seeking a teaching assistant to join our SEND team on a temporary basis to support a pupil with a visual impairment. The role requires creativity, collaboration with teaching colleagues and a flexible approach to daily learning activities.

You will work closely with the Inclusion Manager and other staff to promote inclusive learning, high expectations, and positive relationships with parents and carers. DA DBS disclosure will be required as part of safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Qualified teaching assistant with relevant qualifications in the education sector.
• Maths and English GCSE grade C or higher.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and form positive relationships with parents and the school community.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with SEND, specifically a pupil with visual impairment.
• Assist class teachers to deliver inclusive learning activities.
• Collaborate with the Inclusion Manager and school staff to support pupil progress.
• Demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and resilience in daily duties.

Skills

Creativity

Collaboration

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

Teaching assistant qualification

Maths & English GCSE C or higher

Job description

Watermore Primary School is seeking a teaching assistant to join our SEND team on a temporary basis to support a pupil with a visual impairment. The role requires creativity, collaboration with teaching colleagues and a flexible approach to daily learning activities.

You will work closely with the Inclusion Manager and other staff to promote inclusive learning, high expectations, and positive relationships with parents and carers. DA DBS disclosure will be required as part of safeguarding.