SEN Support Assistant
- Employer: Wooden Hill Primary and Nursery School
- Salary: NJC Scale 3-14
- Location: Wooden Hill Primary and Nursery School, Staplehurst, Bracknell, Berkshire
- Contract: Temporary
- Working Pattern: Term Time/Full Time
- Hours: 32.5 hours per week.
- DBS Check: Enhanced
- Closing Date: 28/10/2024 at 15:14
- Reference: Pri/24/292515
We have an exciting opportunity available for a SEN 121 Support Assistant to work as part of our team at Wooden Hill. We are looking for a nurturing person who will find reward in supporting our children’s learning and meeting their specific needs. We have a full time and part time vacancie for the right candidate.
A typical day for SEN 121 is varied and applicants can expect to support with a range of activities such as, but not limited to; sensory, circuits, class-based support, cleaning spaces, supervising breaks and engaging learners in PE.
The successful candidate will:
- Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, promoting high self-esteem and independence
- Adapt communication style to respond to pupils according to their individual needs
- Support pupils with their social, emotional and mental health needs, escalating concerns where appropriate
- Promote high standards of behaviour, responding to incidents in line with the school’s behaviour policy and guidelines on physical intervention
- Assist with the development and delivery of individual education and support plans
The post provides the opportunity to be part of an inclusive and supportive team, making a difference to our children’s lives.
Please contact the School Business Manager at Nakita.swanson@woodenhillprimary.co.uk for any questions or further information.
Applications will be considered upon receipt.
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.