Teaching and Learning Support Assistant - Marston Green Junior School

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Metropolitan Borough of Solihull

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GBP 18,000 - 23,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Marston Green Junior School is seeking a Teaching & Learning Support Assistant to support EHCP/SEND pupils in the classroom and to deliver bespoke interventions. The role involves rotating across high tariff EHCP pupils and building positive relationships to improve academic and pastoral outcomes.

The successful applicant will have experience as a Teaching & Learning Support Assistant, with ASD/ADHD/SEMH experience, a clear EHCP understanding, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

Experience supporting pupils with additional needs including Autism, ADHD and SEMH.
Understanding of Education and Health Care Plans (EHCP).
Ability to support pupils academically and pastorally with positive relationships.

Responsibilities

Support EHCP/SEND pupils in the classroom and via interventions.
Engage with pupils to develop English and Maths skills and social/ emotional health.

Skills

Pupil support

SEND

ASD

ADHD

SEMH

Teamwork

Communication

Behaviour management

Nurture UK Principles

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

NVQ Level 3

Job description

This role will involve both supporting EHCP/SEND pupils in the classroom and providing direct support for our SEND/EHCP pupils through interventions and bespoke provision. At Marston Green Junior School we run a ‘team around the child’ model. This means that we rotate our support staff across all our high tariff EHCP pupils so our support staff will work with a variety of EHCP pupils across the day. Therefore, all our support staff are required to have a good understanding of working with pupils with a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, PDA and SEMH amongst other needs.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed Teaching & Learning Support Assistant to join our successful school and we require applicants who:

can demonstrate successful experience in a Teaching & Learning Support Assistant role, including direct experience of working with pupils with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD and/or SEMH needs.
have a clear understanding of fulfilling the requirements of an individual pupil’s Education and Health Care Plan.
is able to respond directly to our children’s needs and provide them with the relevant support both academically and pastorally.
is able to establish positive relationships when supporting pupils with English and Mathematical skills, promoting positive behaviour and helping develop pupil’s social, emotional and mental health needs.
has excellent oral, written and mathematical skills and is able to communicate effectively with pupils, staff and parents.
demonstrates commitment to ensuring that pupils of all abilities achieve their full potential, especially those with additional educational needs.
has high expectations and a commitment to raising standards.
has the ability to use initiative as well as being a good team member.
demonstrates the knowledge of a range of strategies to engage pupils in their learning.
Desire to follow Nurture UK Principles.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Please note an Enhanced DBS clearance will be required for this post. Online checks for candidates will take place prior to interview.

Please note salary details are for full time equivalent.

Visits to the school will be offered during the interview process.

An application form is attached or available from the school.

Email: office@marston-green-jun.solihull.sch.uk or on WM Jobs website

Advert Contact Details:
Mrs L Clark, Headteacher
Marston Green Junior School
Station Road
Marston Green
BIRMINGHAM
B37 7BA
Tel: 0121 779 2227

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