SEN Learning Support Assistant
King's Ford Infant School and Nursery, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9AZDeadline is tomorrow
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
5 February 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time: 22.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8.30am – 1:00pm, term time only
Contract type
- Fixed term - until August 2025
Actual salary
- 12,576.96
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide support for pupils with additional needs who are attending our SEN provision and/or are finding it challenging to be in the classroom. You will work closely with a Year 2 pupil but will be expected to support other children as required. The successful candidate will work alongside the Class Teacher and SENCo to support learning in line with the curriculum and the pupils’ one plans. Experience of working with children with special needs is essential. The position is a fixed term contract r linked to SEN Funding.
The successful candidate will:
have a high level of empathy and compassion;
have the ability to form positive relationships with colleagues and children;
have experience of and is confident in supporting children's special educational; needs, including social & emotional and mental health needs;
be prepared to take on any educational training as required;
remain calm in challenging situations and work closely as part of a team;
liaise with and report to the class teacher and SENCo;
be flexible in response to the needs of the child and the school;
have a good sense of humour!
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you a well-resourced, nurturing working environment, with access to training and supportive colleagues.
Commitment to safeguarding
King's Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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About King's Ford Infant School and Nursery
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 173 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Ofsted report
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- Email address
- admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01206 574524
Kings Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to working with all those involved in children’s development and learning to provide a safe, caring, secure, stimulating and welcoming learning environment.
We value each individual and encourage them to do their best, respect each other and their beliefs, taking pride in everything they do.
Arranging a visit to King's Ford Infant School and Nursery
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk.
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