Teaching Assistant SEND

The Governing Body of Plymouth Grove Primary School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to support teaching and learning for SEND pupils in their Learning Retreat, a small group inclusion hub for children in EYFS and Key Stage 1 with complex special educational needs.

The potholder will play a vital role in supporting  teaching and learning, working closely with the HLTA and SENDCO to raise achievement and support pupils' academic and personal development.

In the first instance, this is a temporary position for one academic year. However, there may be the opportunity for this to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

The key responsibilities of the potholder are:

• To assist the HLTA and SENDco with designing individualised support plans and a bespoke curriculum
• To support in the delivery of an adaptive curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils.
• To support pupils with complex needs to enhance and promote their independence.
• To support pupils to develop effective communication and social interaction skills.
• To ensure good working relationships with parents/carers and other professionals involved in the pupils’ care and promote team working and good working relationships with colleagues.
• To be proactive with classroom organisation, including developing effective visual supports and resources.
• To maintain regular and appropriate records as directed, following the school’s policies.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment for all learners

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.