SEND Teaching Assistant Level 1

The Methodist Church in Britain; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free wraparound childcare 7.30am–6pm

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Ninelands Primary School in Leeds is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant on a temporary basis, funded for named pupils. The role starts as soon as possible and centers on supporting children, mostly one-to-one, to build relationships that improve their learning in a supportive, inclusive setting.

The post suits those with experience or passion for Lower Key Stage 2 or children with social, emotional and mental health needs. Term-time only; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with primary-age children.
• Understanding of how children learn on an individual level.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Works effectively as part of a skilled team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.
• Enhanced DBS check; eligible to work in the UK; not on the Children's Barred List.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND, mostly on a one-to-one basis.
• Build supportive relationships with children to improve educational outcomes.
• Supervise children during the lunchtime period.
• Lead play for children during lunchtime.

Skills

Individual learning

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Enthusiasm

Inclusion

Education

NVQ Level 2 teaching assistant

Job description

This SEND Teaching Assistant post at Ninelands Primary School is temporary, linked to funding for named pupils, and starts as soon as possible. The work centres on supporting children, mostly one to one, to build relationships that improve their learning. It suits those with experience of or a passion for Lower Key Stage 2 or children with social, emotional and mental health needs, and is term time only. Experience of primary children and a commitment to inclusion are essential, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Support children with SEND, mostly on a one-to-one basis
• Build supportive relationships with children to improve their educational outcomes
• Supervise children during the lunchtime period
• Lead play for children over the lunchtime period

What’s required

Experience

• Experience of working with primary-age children

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of how children learn on an individual level
• Excellent communication skills
• Works effectively as part of a skilled team
• Works on own initiative
• Enthusiasm and passion for the role
• Commitment to delivering the best possible education for all pupils

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Not on the Children's Barred List

Other

• Commitment to inclusion
• Able to develop supportive relationships with children
• High aspirations for own career development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Nice to have

• NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent
• Experience of or passion for working with children in Lower Key Stage 2
• Experience of or passion for supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs

What’s offered

• Free wraparound childcare from 7.30am to 6pm
• Strong commitment to continuous professional career development