SEND Learning Support Assistant - The Reef

Teaching Vacancies; Paignton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Benenden Health

Free flu vaccinations

Eye care vouchers

Referral Scheme

Long Service Awards

TSAT Benefits Portal

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Curledge Street Academy in Paignton is seeking a caring SEND Learning Support Assistant to help pupils develop confidence, independence and a love of learning within The Reef.

The Reef is an inclusion base supporting pupils from Early Years to KS2 with complex communication needs; you will work with a team under the teacher's guidance to support a group of up to 10 children and contribute to their wellbeing and personal care as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND and supporting pupils with complex needs.
• Patient, adaptable and committed to inclusive education.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Support pupils' learning, wellbeing and personal care where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group support to pupils.
• Deliver tailored learning activities within The Reef provision.
• Work with class teachers and SENDCO to monitor progress.
• Support pupils from Early Years to KS2 as needed.

Job description

SEND Learning Support Assistant - The Reef

What skills and experience we're looking for

Looking for a term time role supporting our pupils? Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of pupils with SEND?

Curledge Street Academy is seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistant to help children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

The Reef is an inclusion base that supports pupils from Early Years and Key Stage One, who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), specifically focusing on children with complex communication needs.

The Reef prides itself on its inclusive approach to understanding the individual needs of the children. Each day is different and you will work within a team of four other practitioners under the guidance of the teacher to support a group up to 10 children within the provision.

Working closely with class teachers and the SENDCO, you will provide individual and small group support, deliver tailored learning activities and help pupils with special educational needs and disabilities participate fully in school life. The role may involve supporting children from Early Years to Key Stage Two, including within The Reef.

We are looking for someone who has experience in SEND, patient, adaptable and committed to an inclusive approach, who can build positive relationships and support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal care needs where required.

This role would be perfect for an individual who is looking to work in SEND and wishes to develop their knowledge, skills and experience of meeting the individual needs of children with a profile of complex needs.

This role is offered on a permanent basis. Working hours will be 8.40 – 3.25pm. Monday to Friday.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

• Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
• Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.