Teaching Assistant with SEND Specialism
Wath Victoria Primary School, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S63 7ADThis job expired on 26 February 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
26 February 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm 32.5 hours per week Term time only plus 2 inset days
Contract type
- Fixed term - Until 31/08/2025
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,790 to £27,269
What skills and experience we're looking for
Key Responsibilities:
- To support children with SEND in their learning and development, adapting materials and resources to meet individual needs.
- To work closely with teachers and other professionals, providing feedback and support on the progress and development of children with SEND.
- To contribute to the planning and delivery of lessons and activities, ensuring that pupils with SEND are fully included and engaged.
- To maintain accurate records and reports on the progress and development of pupils with SEND, liaising with teachers and other professionals as required.
- To attend training and development opportunities, keeping up-to-date with best practice and new initiatives in SEND education.
The successful candidates will:
- Have some experience of working with children with SEND in a school or specialist environment.
- Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.
- Have a good knowledge and understanding of SEND and the principles of inclusive education.
- Be able to communicate effectively with children, families, teachers and other professionals.
- Be able to manage challenging behaviour in a positive and proactive manner.
What the school offers its staff
- Have some experience of working with children with SEND in a school or specialist environment.
- Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.
- Have a good knowledge and understanding of SEND and the principles of inclusive education.
- Be able to communicate effectively with children, families, teachers and other professionals.
- Be able to manage challenging behaviour in a positive and proactive manner.
- Be committed to their own professional development and willing to attend training and development opportunities.
Commitment to safeguarding
James Montgomery Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and relevant safeguarding checks will be conducted in line with guidance and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Wath Victoria Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 307 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Wath Victoria Primary School website
- Email address
- school@wv.jmat.org.uk
Wath Victoria Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive, nurturing, one and half form entry school. Our learning experiences at Wath Victoria Primary School are designed to help our students to grow, both inside and outside of the classroom; fostering knowledge, aspiration and self-belief in all pupils. Founded in 1887, Wath Victoria Primary School is located in Wath upon Dearne, Rotherham and reflects the vibrant energy of the area.
We are a busy, friendly and dedicated school, continually striving to improve in our quest for excellence. We have a dedicated team of talented, experienced staff, supportive parents and a committed governing board. Most importantly, our wonderful children are all eager to learn and develop.
We believe that every child deserves an exceptional education, tailored to their individual needs. We are proud to offer a welcoming and inclusive learning environment where all children receive the support and resources they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Arranging a visit to Wath Victoria Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email school@wv.jmat.org.uk.
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