Room Leader (Level 3) with SEND responsibility

Springwood Primary Academy are committed to making a real difference to the lives of our young people and will provide outstanding learning and enrichment opportunities for them throughout their time with us. To be able to achieve this, we need to have a team of dedicated and outstanding staff, who will contribute to our exceptional learning community. We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and enthusiastic Level 3 TA to take on the role of EYFS Room Leader, who will work with colleagues to support the teaching, learning and development of children in the Early Years (F@S). The post-holder will initially be based in FS0 (children aged 2-3) however deployment is flexible across EYFS. The successful candidate will also be responsible for advising, supporting and managing SEND across F@S, alongside the manager. They will support access to learning for pupils, including the management and preparation of resources, implementing agreed work programmes both within and outside of the classroom, assisting with the whole planning cycle, and providing general support in the classroom. They will also work with external agencies to access advise and support plus complete SEND paperwork and referrals as part of the graduated response. This role may be attractive to those who have attained the Level 3 standard, either through achieving the relevant qualification or by having equivalent experience. Under the guidance of others, the EYFS Room Leader will: Lead, organise, prepare and manage an age-appropriate learning environment and resources to support high quality teaching and learning Set up high-quality provision on a daily basis Plan, prepare and resource learning across the week Teach whole classes and groups across EYFS Facilitate learning through play Model and coach staff, where required, to ensure consistent high-quality practice across the room Lead on learning displays within the classroom and across school where needed Assess the need of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model, setting high expectations and modelling the core values of the academy Promote the inclusion and celebration of all pupils within the classroom Promote independence and develop age-appropriate skills Create an engaging and immersive environment which pupils are excited to learn and develop in Maintain pupils’ intimate care following the Academy’s Intimate Care Policy The role is based at Springwood Primary Academy but may, on occasion, involve working at other academies within the trust. Safeguarding ACET is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants should read our safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy, which are a