Level 3 Teaching Assistant; Inclusion Previous Not

What skills and experience we're looking for

Lowfield Primary School is situated close to the city centre. It is a friendly, continually improving school which serves a diverse and multi-ethnic community. The school currently has 408 pupils on roll.

The Governors at Lowfield Primary School are seeking to appoint a part-time, Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and experienced Inclusion team, supporting a small group of FS2 children with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.

The role involves providing specialist support to overcome barriers to learning and ensure highly positive outcomes. Experience of delivering interventions such as Attention Autism and LEAP is desirable, but training will be offered. The successful candidate will work closely under the direction of the school SENCos, contributing to a nurturing and inclusive setting where every child achieves, thrives and belongs.

• plan and deliver high quality learning experiences for pupils which promote independence
• work flexibly and responsively, according to the needs of the learner
• be able to use their own initiative
• be a patient, reflective and resilient practitioner
• have excellent communication skills in order to develop positive relationships with children, staff and parents
• work well as part of a staff team

• The opportunity to work in a culturally rich environment in which diversity is celebrated throughout the curriculum
• The support of committed, enthusiastic and experienced colleagues who work together to ensure the best outcomes for all of our children
• Strong partnerships between pupils, staff, parents and the wider community
• Friendly, enthusiastic and hard-working pupils
• A commitment to professional development opportunities

Candidates are encouraged to visit the school or have an informal discussion about the role with Miss Jen Robins/Mrs Amy Winwood (SENCos). Arrangements for this can be made by contacting the school office on  or via lwainwrig

Lowfield Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service Check to ensure their suitability to work with children and to have a strong commitment to and knowledge of Safeguarding.

Two excellent references are required. Please provide an e‑mail address for all referees.