Bridgewater Primary is a welcoming three-form entry school, with its own nursery provision, situated close to Abington Park.  Our creative curriculum and strong team spirit permeates throughout the school. We work hard to ensure our children receive an education, which is fun and underpinned by high standards and expectations.

We are looking for a kind and caring SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant, with a warm, friendly, positive and cheerful disposition, to provide support for pupils and teacher within our school.  The successful candidates will be expected to support throughout the school as required, working with whole classes, small groups or as a 1-1 with a specific child.

Working alongside the class teacher you will be supporting a child to access the curriculum and ensure their daily needs are met.   Training will be provided.

You will also provide support beyond the classroom, including supervising playground activities and offering help wherever it's needed during breaks and lunchtimes.

This is a fixed term contract attached to a named child.

This role may involve supporting children with an intimate care plan. Supervision will be given and you will be part of a supportive year group team. 

Our school is committed to professional development opportunities for all staff and opportunities often arise for staff who may want to further their career.

 “This is a rewarding job for someone who wants to make a difference and be part of a welcoming and inclusive team” quote from one of our current Teaching Assistants!

As part of a supportive team of experienced practitioners, who will provide help and guidance, your role will focus on supporting children’s learning and wellbeing, involving delivery of targeted interventions with individual children, small group sessions, supporting the whole class or providing more in-dept support for children with Special Educational Needs. 

Hours of work:  Monday – Friday 0840-1530, with ½ hour for lunch, 39 weeks per year (Term time plus training days)

You will need to be passionate about working with children and have a growth mind set. The ideal candidate must be educated to GCSE standard in English & Maths (Grades A-C or 9-4) and be committed to enabling our children to achieve their full potential. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, be able to use their initiative in dealing with situations effectively and can work as a team member. They should be consistent in their approach and be able to relate calmly and positively, showing patience and a caring attitude.

 It would be beneficial to have experience in:

 · Developing consistent and nurturing routines to engage children in learning

· Supporting engagement in shared activities

 · Supporting social and communication needs, including interactions and structured play

· Supporting a child in 1:1 sessions and on a whole class basis.

· Developing social interaction skills

 We can offer you:

· Happy, enthusiastic & friendly children who want to learn

· A supportive and inclusive culture

· A commitment to staff well-being

· Opportunities for staff development and career progression

· Up to date technology

· A caring community with supportive parents and Governors

· A canteen providing competitively priced meals cooked fresh on site

· Large well maintained site with opportunities for outdoor learning

· Free on-site car parking

· Access to LGSS Pension Scheme and Employee Assist

Training will be available so please apply if you are interested in developing your skills in inclusive practice within a supportive team.

We warmly encourage prosepective applicants to visit our school to decide if the role is right for you.  Visits are available on the following days:

Tuesday 6th January 4pm, Wednesday 7th January 8.30am and Monday 12th January 9.30am

Please call the school office on 01604 637056 to book

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 Start Date:       ASAP

Please note that it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

As part of our safeguarding process, recommended by the Keeping Children Safe in Education Publication Sept 2022, we will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates.

 In line with the governments code of practice for workers in the public sector (Nov 2016) applicants in a customer-facing role must be able to speak English fluently.

Equal Opportunities statement

The school actively and positively supports and encourages policies which stress the importance of equality of opportunity irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, religious background or special educational needs.

We aim, through our work, to challenge prejudice and stereotyping to promote mutual respect and tolerance. All pupils should have opportunities to succeed in a caring environment in which they feel valued.

 Safeguarding statement

 We recognise that all adults have a full and active part to play in protecting our pupils from harm, and that the child’s welfare is our paramount concern. We recognise that safeguarding is everybody’s responsibility and that we all need to have “respectful uncertainty,” (Lord Laming, 2003), and it is this awareness and understanding that will support us to identify, protect and safeguard children effectively.

All new staff will be fully supported to demonstrate understanding and effective practice of safeguarding and rigorous checking procedures are in place for all employees.

In line with our school safeguarding policy, all appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The successful applicant will also be expected to complete a medical questionnaire.