SEN Teaching Assistant

St. Andrew's CEVA Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate SEND Practitioner to support our SEND class teacher to lead learning in our specialist provision, The Echo Unit. This provision is for pupils in Key Stage 1 with communication and interaction needs, including autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). This practitioner will support the class teacher to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment where, through strong and trusting relationships, pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally, irrespective of their different academic and developmental levels. We are seeking a practitioner who is creative, flexible and resilient.

We are looking for:

• A practitioner with experience working with pupils with communication and interaction challenges
• Someone who is flexible, empathetic, and proactive, with a solution-focused mindset
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
• A reflective individual, who is committed to professional development and promoting inclusive education values
• Commitment to reinforcing the Christian ethos of the school
• Experience with implementing support plans
• A commitment to continued professional development
• Are able to provide sensitive support, coregulation, personal care and manage medical need

We can offer:

• An exciting new challenge and a chance to make a significant impact to the lives of pupils with SEND
• A supportive and forward-thinking school community
• Opportunities for CPD and SEND-specific training
• A creative, positive and flexible classroom environment
• A church school with a strong Christian ethos

Visits to the school are welcomed. Please telephone the school office on 01604 406486 to arrange a visit.