SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing day off during term time

CPD and training opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Trust network access

Job summary

St Andrew’s Church of England Primary School in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced practitioner who is passionate about helping young children thrive within the EYFS framework. You will bring secure knowledge of child development and a commitment to high-quality learning experiences that promote independence, confidence and wellbeing.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team, plan for SEND needs, and contribute to a topic-led curriculum.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare (or equivalent).
• HLTA certificate.
• Recent EYFS or KS1 experience.
• Experience planning for pupils with SEND.
• Relevant SEND training (e.g., Attention Autism, language programmes, SEMH).
• Strong adult–child interactions to support language and thinking development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess and contribute to planning for children's next steps in learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Work effectively as part of a team while using initiative when required.
• Support pupils' personal, social and emotional development.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

Skills

Level 3 EYFS qualification

HLTA certificate

EYFS/KS1 experience

SEND planning experience

SEND training (Attention Autism, SEMH)

Strong communication

Teamwork & initiative

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children to thrive and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will have a secure understanding of child development and the EYFS curriculum, alongside a commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences that promote children's independence, confidence and wellbeing.

About St Andrew’s Church of England Primary School

St Andrew’s is a school with a strong sense of purpose, built on warmth, inclusion and a genuine commitment to the whole child. We are dedicated to providing a high-quality education alongside strong pastoral support, ensuring that every pupil feels safe, respected and encouraged to thrive.

Our Christian faith is shared and celebrated throughout school life, whilst other faiths are equally valued and respected. This inclusive approach helps us to build strong relationships with families and the wider community, creating a caring environment where everyone feels they belong.

We are proud of our rich and memorable learning experiences, designed to inspire curiosity and a love of learning. Through our progressive, topic-led curriculum, we help pupils develop the knowledge, skills and motivation to become lifelong learners.

About You

We are looking for someone who brings energy, care and professionalism to every aspect of their work. You will build positive relationships naturally, communicate clearly and work flexibly to meet the needs of pupils and staff.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare (or equivalent).
• Hold a HLTA certificate
• Have recent and relevant experience working within an EYFS or KS1 setting.
• Have recent experience in working with and planning for pupils with SEND needs
• Have received relevant SEND training, eg, Attention Autism, Communication and language programmes, SEMH.
• Understand the importance of high-quality adult-child interactions in developing children's language, communication and thinking skills.
• Be skilled in supporting children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Be able to observe, assess and contribute to planning for children's next steps in learning.
• Work effectively as part of a team while also using initiative when required.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer:

At St Andrew’s, we know that staff wellbeing and professional growth matter. We are proud to offer a supportive working environment where colleagues are valued, encouraged and given opportunities to develop. You will join a team with a shared sense of mission, where relationships are strong and everyone plays an important part in school life

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• A warm and welcoming school community where you will feel supported from day one.
• A strong sense of teamwork and shared purpose, with colleagues who work closely together to achieve the best for every child.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, including investment in CPD and training opportunities.
• Access to an employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing.
• A wellbeing day off during term time, helping you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• The benefits of being part of a Trust, opening up opportunities for networking and wider CPD.

If you would like any further information about the post, please contact Ms Matthews, Acting Headteacher. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact the office to arrange.

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website: Homepage | St Andrew's

We reserve the right to close the vacancy if sufficient applications are recieved.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance is required for this role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.