Special Education Needs Support Worker - Level 3

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St Bart's Multi Academy Trust is seeking a caring, enthusiastic SEN Support Worker for 30 hours per week to support pupils initially in the Early Years setting. The role involves 1:1 and small-group assistance, fostering independence and wellbeing, and contributing to inclusive learning.

You will work with the SENCO and class teachers to implement individual targets and provide tailored support across age groups as required, promoting safeguarding and positive relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within an Early Years setting, with good understanding of EYFS, SEN provision and supporting children's learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, communication and physical development.
• Supporting children to access the EYFS curriculum through play-based and structured activities.
• Observing and recording pupils' progress and contributing to assessments as appropriate.
• Supporting positive behaviour and helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with staff and maintaining positive relationships with parents and carers.

Job description

The St Bart's Multi Academy Trust, in partnership with Governors, staff and children of St John's CofE Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hard working and committed team.

At St John's CofE Primary Academy our children come first. High expectations, mutual trust and respect are underpinned by a warm, supportive ethos. In the best interests of our children we work very closely with our partner Academies. The successful candidate will be working alongside a team of caring, enthusiastic, dedicated staff, who are well-supported by their Senior Leadership Team.

St Bart's Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools. More information on St Bart's Multi Academy Trust including our Prospectus and Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website https://sbmat.org.

St Johns CofE Academy is a welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary academy where our Christian vision underpins all aspects of school life. We are a school community committed to ensuring that every child is known, valued and enabled to flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

As a Church of England school within St Bart's Multi-Academy Trust, we believe our Christian ethos strengthens our work in promoting behaviour, personal development, wellbeing and community responsibility.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Support Worker to join our team for 30 hours per week. The successful candidate will initially be based within our Early Years setting, although the age group and placement may change depending on the needs of the school.

The successful candidate will provide tailored support to children with special educational needs, working 1:1 and in small groups to support their learning, development and wellbeing. You will play an important role in helping children build confidence, develop independence and engage positively with their learning and school environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, communication and physical development.
• Supporting children to access the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum through play-based and structured activities.
• Providing targeted academic support and adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Supporting early literacy, phonics, numeracy and communication skills.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships with peers and adults.
• Supporting speech, language and communication development.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other professionals to implement individual support strategies and targets.
• Observing and recording pupils' progress and contributing to assessments where appropriate.
• Supporting positive behaviour and helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with staff and maintaining positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Being flexible and adaptable to support pupils across different age groups and areas of the school as required.

We are looking for someone who is patient, nurturing, reliable and passionate about supporting children with additional needs. Experience of working within an Early Years setting, alongside a good understanding of EYFS, SEN provision and supporting children's individual learning needs, would be desirable.

Job Purpose

To work with teachers as part of a professional team to support teaching and learning for SEN pupils.Providing learning support to pupils who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning, such as thosewith moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and/or behavioural, social, communication,sensory or physical disabilities.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

1. Implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as directed by the teacher, adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses as appropriate
2. Providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress and behaviour
3. Support the teacher in recording pupil progress/activities
4. Provide feedback to pupils in relation to attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher
5. Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of theteacher
6. Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate
7. Share information about pupils with other staff, parents / carers, internal and external agencies, asappropriate
8. Understand and support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils as required
9. Work with pupils on therapy or care programmes, designed and supervised by a therapist/care
10. Attend to pupils’ personal needs including toileting, hygiene, dressing and eating, as well as help withsocial, welfare and health matters, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate. Physically assistpupils in activities (may involve short periods of lifting, where mobility is an issue)
11. Administer medication in accordance with an agreed plan under direction of healthcare practitionerand following appropriate training
12. Update pupil records
13. Supervise individuals and groups of pupils throughout the day, including supervision in theclassroom, playground and dining areas
14. Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities
15. Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits
16. Support pupils in using basic ICT
17. Undertake moving and handling activities as required, assembling and cleaning away of equipment
18. Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within theacademy, raising any concerns following academy protocol/procedures
19. Any other duties appropriate to the post.

Our Offer To You

When you join the St Bart's family, you're joining a Trust that truly values its people. We're proud to live by our PEACE values- Passion, Encouragement, Ambition, Collaboration, and Enjoyment, which are at the heart of everything we do.

Here’s what you can expect from us:

• A welcoming, supportive culture where everyone is respected, included and valued for who they are.
• Health and wellbeing support -including access to mental health resources, wellbeing days, discounted fitness memberships and staff discounts via Kaarp Benefits.
• Opportunities to grow- we're passionate about development, with access to training, leadership pathways and mentoring to help you reach your goals.
• Recognition and rewards -from staff awards to everyday appreciation, your hard work is seen and celebrated.
• Financial peace of mind- competitive pay, pension schemes through LGPS or Teachers' Pensions, and travel benefits.
• Your voice matters- regular feedback opportunities, engagement surveys and open conversations help shape how we grow together.

And above all, you'll be part of something amazing - making a real difference to the lives of our brilliant young people every single day.