Teaching Assistant

Sudbury Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Sudbury Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children, including those with SEN and autism, within a caring, diverse team. You will help plan for, teach, and assess individual children in line with their EHCPs, liaising with SENDCo and therapists to implement an autism-focused curriculum.

The role requires excellent English and Maths, strong communication with parents and colleagues, and a calm, proactive approach in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN children, especially autism and complex needs.
• Ability to liaise with SENDCo, Speech & Language and Occupational Therapists and other agencies.
• Strong English and Maths skills.
• Excellent communication with parents, pupils and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and assessment for individual children in line with their EHCP.
• Plan for, teach and assess individual children effectively.
• Be flexible, adaptable and able to use own initiative.
• Promote wellbeing and an inclusive, autism-focused learning environment.
• Work as part of a dedicated team to support the school’s values.

Skills

Teaching

SEN experience

Autism focus

Communication

Teamwork

Wellbeing advocacy

Job description

We are delighted that you are interested in a Teaching Assistant position at Sudbury Primary School. We are a talented and diverse team of caring and courageous adults that support children’s learning throughout the school. We represent many countries, cultures and strengths and we are unified in our approach to helping our children become the best they can be. We are looking for an exceptional individual who embraces and promotes our whole school vision, ‘Working together in harmony to develop confident, well-educated learners with health minds and bodies, who are independent, resilient, motivated and committed to lifelong learning.'

The ideal candidate should:

• be an excellent, engaging and reflective teaching assistant
• be able to manage, plan for, teach and assess individual children effectively in line with their EHCP
• have experience of working with SEN children (particularly those with autism and complex needs)
• liaise with the SENDCo, Speech & Language and Occupational Therapists, other agencies and use advice provided
• motivate, enthuse, engage and inspire our pupils through an engaging autism specific curriculum
• develop strategies that enhances the wellbeing of children with autism
• possess good English and Maths skills
• be able to communicate effectively with parents, pupils and colleagues
• establish and maintain a positive and effective learning environment
• be flexible, adaptable and able to use own initiative
• possess excellent communication and computing skills
• be able to demonstrate good teamwork skills and a strong commitment to the school’s values and whole school vision
• be a dedicated, caring professional who wants to be part of a happy and successful team
• be able to remain calm and make correct choices in a challenging situation
• have a good disposition and character with a growth mind-set
• have excellent behaviour management skills

We will offer you:

• A school where staff are highly valued, wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance is a priority.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, well-behaved children and very supportive parents.
• A committed, friendly, welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Excellent support from the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body.
• High quality and bespoke professional and career development opportunities.
• Opportunities and potential for future leadership roles.

Sudbury Primary School is a four-form entry primary school serving a diverse community. The children enjoy a rich, creative curriculum in a harmonious and purposeful atmosphere. Sudbury Primary School formed Chrysalis Multi Academy Trust with Claremont High School Academy in November 2017: http://www.chrysalismat.org.uk

The post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Sudbury Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office, who will be happy to arrange a mutually convenient time for a visit.

If you would like to discuss the post in greater detail, then please do not hesitate to contact Luke Webber (Senior Deputy Headteacher) by email: [e-mail]

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for Interview.

Sudbury Primary School is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We comply fully with the ethos of safer recruitment and undertake all relevant checks, including enhanced DBS clearance. We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the deadline.