SEND Teaching Assistant

Kingsley School; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kingsley School in Leamington Spa is seeking a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and emotional development.

The post holder will provide targeted, high-quality and adaptive SEND support, and work closely with teachers, parents and external professionals to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Hours: 35 per week; Pay: £22,762 per annum pro-rata (FTE £30,181). Location: Leamington Campus.

Qualifications

• Patience and nurturing approach to support pupils with SEND

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted, high-quality and adaptive SEND support for pupils with autism and SEMH needs

Job description

The Kingsley School is seeking to appoint a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to support our secondary school to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and emotional development.

The post-holder will be patient, nurturing and adaptable individual who is passionate about helping children thrive. They will provide targeted, high-quality and adaptive support for pupils with SEND, including those with Autism and social, emotional and mental health needs, developing a communication friendly environment. In this rewarding role, the successful applicant will work closely with teachers, parents and external professionals to support pupils in overcoming barriers to learning, developing independence and achieving their full potential.

Hours of Work : 35 hours per week

Pay : £22,762 per annum pro-rata (FTE : £30,181 per annum)

Location : The Kingsley School, Leamington Campus

Reporting Lines : The post holder will report to the Assistant Head of Support and Safeguarding.

Closing date : 12 noon on Monday 2nd November, may close early if suitable applicant found
Interviews: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates