SEN Teaching Assistant

The Role

We are looking to recruit an experienced Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant (or equivalent experience), to support an infant child with social, emotional and mental health needs. You will work as a member of a team, supporting the child with their individual teaching and learning plan as well as daily one-to-one work based on the child’s specific areas of need, including intimate care.

27.5 Hours per Week

Fixed term contract until 31st August 2019

Key Requirements

We are looking for someone who is: 
• experienced in supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs 
• creative and innovative, especially in order to bring learning to life 
• committed to team work, sharing and receiving ideas for the benefit of the children in our care 
• can use initiative to work in a one-to-one or small group setting 
• able to work proactively, with a high level of commitment

We can offer you the opportunity to: 
• work in a high achieving, popular and forward looking school 
• develop your skills alongside a team of dedicated and highly professional staff who are deeply committed to improving the life chances of the children in our local community 
• be supported in your role by a range of school based and external expertise 
• develop professionally including relevant training, where appropriate

Experience of working with children with special educational need in the areas of communication and interaction, literacy and numeracy is essential to this post. We are very committed to integration and inclusion for all our children and seek to appoint individuals who share this vision.

Additional Information & How to Apply

Henry Hinde Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please email your application to Tracey Gaskin at office@henryhindeinfantschool.co.uk or post your application to the school at Grenville Close, Rugby, CV22 7JQ.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 30^th April 2019
Interview Date: Friday 3^rd May 2019