SEND Teaching Assistant

The Alton is an inclusive inner London primary school situated next to Richmond Park. We are a one-form entry school with a resource base for children with Autism and associated learning difficulties. We are seeking to appoint someone who can support children within the mainstream who have Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and support the delivery of their provision. Your main priorities will be to support specific children or small groups of children under the guidance of the class teacher and the SENCO. You will support children to access their learning , working with them to ensure their educational and emotional needs are met and promoting positive behaviour in a nurturing environment. You will build positive relationships with the pupils, and their families as well as with other staff in the school. You will promote our inclusive culture and where appropriate support students to mix socially with students from the wider school community. You will need: A great personality and good enthusiasm Experience supporting SEND children with a range of needs Experience in an education setting (primary age range preferable) Strong communication skills To be proactive, committed, resilient and reliable Willingness to provide personal self-care support to pupils where needed Be flexible, caring and patient Be able to work as part of a wider team to provide excellent support and care for our children We offer: A supportive working environment in a modern well-equipped building Amazing grounds On site free parking and close to a good transport network Membership of local government pension scheme If you think you have the skills needed for this exciting opportunity, please contact the school office or download the application forms and documents attached. Visits to the school are welcomed please telephone the office to arrange an appointment. The Alton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre-employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should the right candidate be found.