Teaching Assistant (SEND) 1:1 support - Corngreaves Academy

There are so many marvellous things about Corngreaves Academy. We provide the highest quality education for children from 3 up to 11 years of age.

Corngreaves is a wonderful place to work where all staff are valued, supported and developed to be the best they possibly can be. All staff have 8 INSET days per year in order to do this along with many other strategies to support with staff well-being and workload. Through continuous improvement, we really strive to get the best from everyone.

About the role:

Are you passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs?  Are you able to work with the most challenging of behaviours but get great outcomes?  If so, we could have the perfect job for you…

We are currently looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant for 1:1 support. The appropriate candidate must have proven experience in supporting children with SEMH needs. Within this role, you will be working with children with challenging behaviours and supporting them both individually and as part of their class.  We are looking for a highly skilled individual who can manage difficult situations, minimise risk and de-escalate situations.  This person will:

• understand EHCPs and ensure these are transferred into practice;
• have a resilient nature and a great sense of humour along with a passion and a genuine interest in supporting children with SEMH needs;
• work well under direction and on their own initiative;
• have relevant and recent SEMH training/experience;

Visits to the school are thoroughly encouraged.

Recent experience and a genuine passion for working with SEND pupils is essential. All applicants will need to hold a current enhanced DBS and be fully compliant to work in the UK.

For application packs please email Mrs Gemma Rock – Gemma.rock@corngreavesprimary.org.uk

Hours:

32.5 hours per week - Funding dependent

Grade:

£13,250  (pro rata to FTE of £17,355) Funding dependent

Location:

Corngreaves Academy, Plant Street, Cradley Heath B64 6EZ

Closing Date:

Wednesday 21^st October @ 12.00 Noon

Interviews:

Thursday 22^nd October