Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic practitioner to join its outstanding team. The role involves supporting vulnerable pupils, conducting behavior courses, and providing outreach support to local schools. Candidates should have strong subject knowledge, experience with SEND pupils, and a commitment to inclusion.

Benefits

Access to frequent CPD opportunities

Supportive leadership and management teams

Well-resourced, vibrant environment

Positive ethos for inclusion and cooperation

Qualifications

• High expectations and commitment to inclusion.
• Strong subject knowledge and experience with SEND pupils.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support for permanently excluded pupils.
• Conduct proactive behavior courses for pupils at risk of exclusion.
• Outreach support for primary, first, and middle schools.

Skills

Commitment to inclusion

Strong subject knowledge

Experience with SEND pupils

Flexibility

Teamwork

Empathy

Creativity in problem-solving

Positive attitude

Job description

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Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit - Job Opportunity

Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit, judged outstanding by Ofsted on five consecutive occasions, is committed to enhancing our support for vulnerable pupils. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic, and inspirational practitioner to join our outstanding team.

Our provision includes support for permanently excluded pupils, proactive behavior courses for pupils at risk of exclusion, and outreach support for 113 primary, first, and middle schools in South Worcestershire.

Candidate Requirements

• High expectations and a commitment to inclusion.
• Strong subject knowledge and experience working with SEND pupils.
• A growth mindset with a desire for ongoing professional development.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Empathy, caring nature, and humility.
• Initiative and creativity in problem-solving.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work hard.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

What We Offer

• An excellent, hardworking team with a positive ethos for inclusion and cooperation.
• A school with an outstanding local and national reputation.
• A well-resourced, vibrant environment.
• Supportive leadership and management teams.
• Access to frequent and relevant CPD opportunities.

Perryfields Primary PRU is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will require up-to-date DBS clearance.

Visits are warmly welcomed and strongly recommended. To arrange a visit or for further information, please contact Mr. Pete Hines, Headteacher, via the school office.

Application forms should be returned to Mr. Pete Hines, either by email or post to Perryfields Primary PRU, Glebe Close, Worcester, WR2 5AX.

Safeguarding Statement

Perryfields Primary PRU is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to complete an enhanced DBS check prior to employment.