Teaching Assistant - SEN Level 2

Job detailsJob roleTeaching assistantVisa sponsorshipVisas cannot be sponsoredKey stageEarly years, Key stage 1Working patternFull time: 35 hours, Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4pm (30 min unpaid lunch break)Contract typeFixed term - Temporary with a view to becoming permanentFull-time equivalent salary£25,545Pay scaleGrade E, Point 10What skills and experience we're looking forPear Tree Infant and Walbrook Nursery School is avibrant and diverse school that works closely with parents as partners, as wellas the wider community. We prideourselves on promoting an ethos of mutual respect and high expectations. We ensure that learning and activities arefun, active and challenging.The Governing Body and HeadTeacher are extremely proud of our children and are seeking to appoint anexperienced SEN Level 2 Teaching Assistant. We seek individuals who arepassionate and sensitive to the needs of working with children who are fromdisadvantaged backgrounds and have additional needs.Thepost requires you to have experience of working with children with SEN in aschool and/or nursery setting, have an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and evidenceof competency in Maths and English at GCSE level. The successful candidate willhave high aspirations, have a genuine passion to help children in our school toflourish, and excellent levels of spoken English.We are looking for someone who:Experienceof working with children with additional needsExperienceof working in childcare settings and/or schoolHas agood knowledge and experience of child developmentWorks inclose collaboration with colleagues as a valued member of a team.Isinnovative and creative in their style of approachWhat the school offers its staffWe can offer:Childrenwho are enthusiastic to learn, grow and extend their life experiences.Astaff who are passionate about continued development and growth as a schoolcommunity.Acommitted and supportive extended leadership team who hold staff wellbeing ascrucial to school success.Parents who are valued partners in helpingevery child achieve.An inclusive setting which excels in theprovision for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children.Ahappy school which embraces diversity.Further details about the roleIf you are keen to be part of our committed team, please complete the application form and provide a covering letter. Please state clearly on the application form the experience you have working with SEN children.Commitment to safeguardingOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; therefore all positions are offered subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and references confirming your suitability to work with children.Applying for the jobPlease complete the online application.CVs are not accepted.Visas cannot be sponsored.