Temporary Teaching Assistant

A two-year temporary teaching assistant post at The Lanes Primary School, a three-form entry school across two sites within the White Hills Park Trust. The role centres on supporting children with SEND, working one to one or in small groups alongside class teachers and the Inclusion Team. Applicants with prior experience of supporting children with complex additional needs one to one are particularly sought.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Support children with SEND on a one-to-one or group basis
• Implement individualised support strategies with class teachers, the Inclusion Team and other professionals
• Promote pupils' emotional regulation
• Develop pupils' independence
• Help pupils access learning and take part in school life
• Meet safeguarding responsibilities and follow the Trust's safeguarding policies

• Prior experience of working with children who have complex additional needs

• Enthusiastic, flexible attitude and commitment to teamwork
• Commitment to enabling children to be their best
• Strong commitment to inclusion
• High expectations for children's outcomes
• Flexible, proactive and reflective approach, adapting provision to changing needs
• Effective one-to-one and small group classroom support

• Enhanced DBS check
• Not barred from regulated activity relating to children
• Satisfactory references

• Experience supporting children with additional needs on a one-to-one basis

• Support for staff wellbeing and career aspirations
• Supportive team and collaborative ethos across a growing Trust