Teaching Assistant at Great Hollands Primary School

Great Hollands Primary School; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Annual Leave

ME Day

Professional Development

Perkbox Discounts

Wellbeing Support

Job summary

Great Hollands Primary School in Bracknell is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in The Nest, our internal provision for children with complex needs.

You will work closely with teachers and SEND staff to deliver targeted learning, nurture wellbeing and help pupils access learning in a calm, structured environment. The role may involve supporting other age groups as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children with SEND
• Calm, patient and empathetic in their approach
• Passionate about inclusion and supporting every child to achieve their potential
• Able to build positive, trusting relationships with children who may find school challenging

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs and additional learning barriers
• Deliver targeted interventions and learning activities in small groups
• Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of individual pupils
• Encourage independence, self-regulation and positive attitudes towards learning
• Promote engagement and participation in lessons and wider school life
• Support pupils to achieve their personalised learning and developmental targets

Skills

SEND experience

Calm, patient & empathetic

Inclusion focus

Teamwork with SEND staff

Education

A Level 3 qualification or above

Job description

About this Role

Great Hollands Primary School is seeking a compassionate,resilient and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team,primarily supporting pupils within 'The Nest', our internal provision forchildren with high levels of additional need. This fixed-term role provides arewarding opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives ofvulnerable pupils by helping them access learning, develop positive relationshipsand achieve success within a nurturing and structured environment.

The Nest supports children with a range of complex needs and barriers tolearning. We are therefore looking for an individual who has experience ofworking with children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND),or someone with a strong understanding of how to build trusting relationshipswith children who require additional support.

As a Teaching Assistant within The Nest, you will workclosely with teachers, SEND staff and pastoral colleagues to support pupilsboth academically and emotionally. You will help create a calm, consistent andnurturing environment, enabling children to engage successfully with learningand develop the skills needed to thrive in school.

Whilst this role will be primarily based within The Nest,successful candidates should be aware that, in line with operationalrequirements, they may be asked to support pupils and classes in other phasesof the school where required.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is patient,adaptable and passionate about inclusion, with a genuine desire to improveoutcomes for children who need additional support to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Pupil Support & Learning

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs and additional learning barriers
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to deliver targeted interventions and learning activities
• Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of individual pupils
• Encourage independence, self-regulation and positive attitudes towards learning
• Promote engagement and participation in lessons and wider school life
• Support pupils to achieve their personalised learning and developmental targets

Inclusion, Wellbeing & Behaviour Support

• Build positive, trusting and supportive relationships with pupils
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and social development
• Use effective and consistent behaviour support strategies
• Help create a calm, safe and nurturing environment where children feel secure and valued
• Support children during times of emotional distress or heightened anxiety
• Promote pupil wellbeing and positive mental health

Classroom & Provision Support

• Prepare resources and learning materials to support individual needs
• Assist in maintaining a stimulating, organised and purposeful learning environment
• Support classroom routines and transitions throughout the day
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and SEND staff to monitor pupil progress
• Contribute to the implementation of support plans and intervention programmes

Teamwork & Professional Conduct

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, external professionals and families
• Participate in meetings and contribute to discussions regarding pupil progress and support
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and school policies
• Work flexibly across different phases of the school when required to meet operational needs

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Experienced in working with children with SEND or other additional learning needs
• Calm, patient and empathetic in their approach
• Passionate about inclusion and supporting every child to achieve their potential
• Highly motivated in helping children make excellent progress, both academically and socially
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with children who may find school challenging
• Resilient and able to remain professional when managing challenging situations
• Confident in responding appropriately to a wide range of pupil needsFlexible, proactive and able to use their own initiative
• Able to adapt learning and support strategies to meet individual needs
• Skilled in promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has:

• A Level 3 qualification or above (desirable)
• Experience of supporting children with SEND
• An understanding of inclusive practice and adaptive teaching approaches
• Knowledge of strategies to support behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement in learning
• Good organisational skills and flexibility
• A good standard of literacy, numeracy and IT skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• The ability to develop positive, caring and professional relationships with children and families
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing

About Maiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools acrossBerkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possibleeducation for every child and young person. With around 750 staff and 4,500students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special andalternative provision settings, we are proud of the diversity and expertisethat exists across our Trust.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and WorkTogether. These values underpin everything we do and shape our commitmentto excellence, inclusion and continual improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues can accesshigh-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported bymentoring, leadership opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference.

Joining our Trust means becoming part of a community thatvalues people, invests in development and works collectively to improveoutcomes for children and young people.

About Great Hollands Primary School

Great Hollands Primary School is a high-performing primaryschool serving the Bracknell community. Consistently achieving exceptionaloutcomes, the school is proud to be among the highest-performing primaryschools nationally while maintaining a strong commitment to inclusion andchild-centred education.

Our modern, well-equipped school provides a calm, purposefuland welcoming environment where both pupils and staff can flourish. We areproud of our rich curriculum, high expectations and the culture of support andcollaboration that exists throughout the school.

The Nest plays a vital role in our commitment to inclusivepractice, enabling pupils with additional needs to access targeted supportwhile remaining part of the wider school community. Staff working within theprovision benefit from extensive collaboration with SEND, pastoral and teachingteams and have the opportunity to make a profound difference to pupils'educational experiences and life chances.

Staff wellbeing is a key priority and we recognise theimportance of creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supportedand able to develop professionally throughout their careers.

Benefits

Further information about working at Maiden Erlegh Trust canbe found on our website. Staff wellbeing and professional development arecentral to how we work, and colleagues across our Trust benefit from a range ofopportunities and schemes designed to recognise their contribution and supporttheir growth.

• Pension Scheme: Generous employer contributions through the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: Generous holiday entitlement.
• ME Day: One additional day's leave each year for a significant personal event.
• Professional Development: Access to high-quality CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute and wider Trust networks.
• Perkbox: Access to discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly reward points.
• Wellbeing and Health: Free flu vaccinations and eye tests for eligible staff.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to 24/7 support and wellbeing services.
• Mental Health First Aid Support.
• Recognition and Community: Regular celebration of staff achievements and contributions across #TeamMET.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Regular staff appreciation events, including complimentary breakfasts and lunches throughout the year.

Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people everyday.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.