Salary pro rata to 20 hours per week. Temporary until August 19 but with a view to becoming permanent.

Required for end of February 2019

We are looking for a dedicated  and flexible individual to join Tillington Manor Primary School to support the teaching and learning of a child who has ASC and other special educational needs.  This position will be working 1:1 with a child in key stage 1 from Monday 25th February 2019.

We are looking for an individual who has a passion for  children with SEND and who:

*Can empathise with children whose behaviour may be unintentionally challenging

*Can provide firm boundaries and clear rules but is also capable of nuturing positive relationships

*Has a good knowledge and undertanding  of how children learn, particularly in phonics and early reading/writing

*Has an understanding of the challenges faced by children with ASC and a bank of strategies to support these

*Demonstrates initiative for working alone but also demonstrates good team player skills

*Has previous experience of working in a school with a child who has an identified Special Educational Need.

Applicants are welcome to contact the school to discuss the position with the SENCO.  Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  Please contact Mrs Martin on 01785 337500 or email the deputy headteacher directly: sbentley@tillingtonmanor.staffs.sch.uk

Closing Date:   Monday 21st January -  noon

Interview: Wednesday 23rd January

Start Date: Monday 25th February (or sooner, if possible)