Special Needs Learning Support Assistant (part-time) - St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School

EMEA3 Recruitment; Horsham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Training and professional development

Job summary

St Mary's Church of England Primary School Horsham is seeking a caring 1:1 Learning Support Assistant (SEND) to support a high-needs pupil in KS2, both in and out of the classroom. You will provide in-class support, help integrate the pupil into lessons, and deliver bespoke interventions under the guidance of the class teacher.

The role offers CPD opportunities, a welcoming school environment and support from an Inclusion Leader and dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Supporting a high-needs pupil in KS2.
• Maintaining open communication with the class teacher and Inclusion Leader.
• Delivering bespoke curriculum content under direction.
• Contributing to planning and assessment as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support for the pupil.
• Support integration to wider class lessons and activities.
• Deliver interventions or bespoke curriculum content.
• Support the pupil’s social integration with peers.

Skills

Classroom support

Communication with teacher

Behaviour management

Interventions delivery

Job description

About Us

St Mary's is a one form entry Church of England Primary School located in the heart of Horsham. We are proud of our warm, inclusive community and our lovely pupils, who are eager to learn and a pleasure to work with.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

We are seeking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic 1:1 Learning Support Assistant (SEND) to support a high-needs pupil in KS2, both in and out of the classroom. The role includes:

• Providing in-class support for the pupil
• Supporting integration to wider class lessons and activities as much as possible
• Delivering interventions or bespoke curriculum content under the direction of the class teacher when needed
• Supporting the delivery with the class teacher and Inclusion Leader as part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to ensuring that every child thrives.

We offer:

• A welcoming and collaborative school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• CPD opportunities through support staff meetings led by the Inclusion Leader

Job Details

Salary: £12.85-£13.05 per hour (pay award pending)

Contract Type: Fixed term to 21.7.27 with the possibility of extending in the future. This contract is linked to an individual and will depend on the pupil remaining at the school.

Working Pattern: Monday -Friday - Term time only 12:45-3:30

Location: St Mary's Church of England Primary School Horsham

Interviews: Week Commencing 14.9.26 to be confirmed

What You Need to Succeed

• To prepare and develop resources to meet the needs of the pupil.
• To maintain a good channel of communication with the class teacher about pupil progress.
• To contribute to planning and assessment conducted by the class teacher.
• To deliver interventions as required by the Inclusion Leader.
• To support the pupil to integrate with their peers both socially and in lessons.
• To manage pupil behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
• To undertake relevant professional development when required.
• To contribute discussions about the pupil’s progress and needs as required.
• To ensure the pupil’s specific health care needs are met, in line with the Education and Health Care Plan.

Further Information

St Mary's Church of England Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

The reference number for this role is SCHO03018.