SEND Teaching Assistant Level 1

This SEND Teaching Assistant post at Ninelands Primary School is temporary, linked to funding for named pupils, and starts as soon as possible. The work centres on supporting children, mostly one to one, to build relationships that improve their learning. It suits those with experience of or a passion for Lower Key Stage 2 or children with social, emotional and mental health needs, and is term time only.

Experience of primary children and a commitment to inclusion are essential, and visa sponsorship is not available.

• Support children with SEND, mostly on a one-to-one basis
• Build supportive relationships with children to improve their educational outcomes
• Supervise children during the lunchtime period
• Lead play for children over the lunchtime period

• Experience of working with primary-age children

• Understanding of how children learn on an individual level
• Excellent communication skills
• Works effectively as part of a skilled team
• Works on own initiative
• Enthusiasm and passion for the role
• Commitment to delivering the best possible education for all pupils

• Enhanced DBS check
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Not on the Children's Barred List

• Commitment to inclusion
• Able to develop supportive relationships with children
• High aspirations for own career development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent
• Experience of or passion for working with children in Lower Key Stage 2
• Experience of or passion for supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs

• Free wraparound childcare from 7.30am to 6pm
• Strong commitment to continuous professional career development