SEND Teaching Assistant EDV/2026/PHPANS/21197

Learning Academies Trust; Plymouth; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 24 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Plaistow Hill Primary School in Plymouth is seeking a caring SEND Teaching Assistant to work predominantly 1:1 with a child in EYFS and with small groups. You will support planned teaching and learning activities, deliver intervention programmes, and help create resources under the SENCO and professional guidance.

You will build positive relationships with pupils, families, and the school team, contributing to an inclusive, supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification.
• GCSE English and Maths (C or equivalent).
• Experience working in a primary school and across KS1 and/or KS2.
• Experience and passion for supporting children with SEND.
• Experience working with children with SEMH needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships and encourage behaviour.
• Good safeguarding and pastoral understanding.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsabilités

• Predominantly 1:1 support with a child in EYFS and small groups.
• Deliver planned teaching and learning activities and adapt as required.
• Supervise and assist pupils in activities set by teachers.
• Deliver intervention programmes where necessary.
• Create and develop resources under direction of SENDCO and professionals.
• Assist with school displays celebrating pupils’ work.
• Develop strategies with guidance to support learning goals.
• Establish positive relationships with parents/carers and participate in meetings.
• Monitor and record pupils’ attainment and report progress to teachers.
• Provide feedback to pupils under teacher guidance.
• Support learning and pastoral needs of children with additional needs.
• Promote good behaviour and inclusion, and deal with conflicts per policy.
• Provide administrative support to the teacher.
• Ensure equipment/resources meet lesson objectives.
• Accompany staff and pupils on out-of-school activities.

Connaissances

Emotional intelligence

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Formation

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

GCSE English and Maths (C or equivalent)

Description du poste

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and skilled SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping every child to thrive?

Plaistow Hill Primary School are looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a rewarding role working predominately on a one to one basis, supporting a child in a EYFS setting.

At Plaistow Hill, we believe every child should feel that they belong, should enjoy their learning, be encouraged to aim high, and learn to respect others. We provide a nurturing environment where children feel valued, safe and confident to achieve, and our staff play a vital part in making that happen.

Working alongside teachers, the SENCo and wider school team, you will help create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where all pupils can succeed.

Your role will include:

• Predominately working 1:1 with a child in EYFS and with small groups to support their development and emotional needs
• Deliver planned teaching and learning activities and adjust the learning as required to support the needs of the pupils.
• Supervise and assist individual / small groups of pupils in activities set by teachers.
• Deliver intervention programmes where necessary.
• Create and develop resources requited for individuals under the direction of the SENDCO and other professionals.
• Assisting with school displays celebrating pupils’ work.
• Create strategies, with guidance from the teacher, to support and encourage pupils to achieve their learning goals.
• Establish positive relationships with parents/carers and where appropriate participate in meetings with parents/carers alongside the teacher/SENDCO.
• Monitoring and record pupils’ attainment and report pupils’ progress and achievements to the teacher.
• Provide feedback to pupils under the guidance of the teacher.
• Support the learning and pastoral needs of children with additional needs.
• Promote good behaviour and support the building of positive relationships between pupils, promoting inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• Deal promptly with conflicts and incidents in line with the school’s policy and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.
• Provide administrative support to the teacher.
• Ensure all equipment and resources are available to meet the lesson objectives, support pupils with the use of the equipment/resources.
• Accompany the teacher and pupils on all out of school activities as required.

About you

We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to make a difference to children's lives. You will be positive, patient and adaptable, with the emotional intelligence to understand and respond to individual children's needs.

You will have:

• an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent relevant qualification
• a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths
• recent experience of working within a primary school and across KS1 and/or KS2
• experience and a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND
• experience of working with children with SEMH needs
• the ability to build positive relationships and encourage appropriate behaviour
• a good understanding of safeguarding and children's pastoral needs
• strong communication and teamwork skills
• a positive, enthusiastic approach and the ability to use your initiative.

About the school

Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery school is a small one form entry school in Plymouth. We pride ourselves on having a village school feeling in the city. We have great relationships with children and families ensuring a holistic approach to learning. Our dedicated staff have formed close working relationships to foster growth and collaboration. We are situated close to local woodland where we regularly have forest school sessions and our outdoor space provides perfect opportunities for outdoor learning. We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly school.

About the Trust

The Learning Academies Trust is a family of 18 schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas, dedicated to delivering outstanding education to all our children, whatever their starting point or background. Our Trust’s mission is:

Together we will... work with our children, families, and communities to provide exceptional learning opportunities for all our children

As part of the trust, we will support you to learn and develop, providing outstanding CPD and opportunities for collaboration between schools within the trust sharing resources, expertise and knowledge.

Further information about the position, the trust and the benefits we offer can be found in the attached recruitment pack.

01752 365410

With 18 individual primary schools, the Learning Academies Trust is the largest primary school trust in Plymouth and the first education employer in Plymouth to achieve the Livewell Southwest Wellbeing at Work Bronze Award. The Trust is committed to supporting the wellbeing of all staff and is proud to work closely with official bodies to ensure we have a holistic approach to staff wellbeing.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates and all shortlisted candidates will be requested to complete a questionnaire about any convictions or adult cautions that are unspent. Guidance will be given to those shortlisted. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS.

Together we will provide exceptional learning opportunities for all our children.