We are looking for a skilled Teaching Assistants to provide support to children with complex SEMH needs in KS1 and KS2. While these roles are not intended to be ‘one-to-one’ TAs, some individually focused support may be required. We are looking for Teaching Assistants who can develop the self-esteem, independence and resilience of vulnerable pupils and work in partnership with their class teachers to support their learning within the classroom. In addition, depending on the individual needs of the pupils, the post holders may be required to deliver interventions and support programmes. These positions would suit positive, energetic, resilience team-players who are enthusiastic about helping vulnerable young people achieve their potential.

 Responsibilities include:

• Attend to the pupils’ personal needs, and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters
• Use specialist (curricular/learning) skills, training &experience to support pupils
• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care Programmes
• Monitor and evaluate pupils’ responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against pre-determined learning objectives
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities

We can offer you:

• Children who will make you smile everyday
• A commitment to professional development, and being able to develop personal areas of interest linked with the role
• A school where staff enjoy working as part of a dedicated, supportive and creative team, aiming for excellence
• A supportive and encouraging Leadership Team and Governing Body
• An excellent Employee Assistance Programme offering a wealth of advice & support

These roles are advertised as temporary as they are linked to EHCP funding. There is, therefore, scope for the roles to last several years should the pupils remain at Weston All Saints primary school.

TA (Role 1) 20 hours per week.  8.30-12.30 Monday - Friday.     Term time only plus 2 inset days

TA (Role 2)  20 hours per week 8.30-12.30 Monday- Friday        Term time only plus 2 inset days

We warmly encourage visits to our school so you can see for yourself all that we can offer. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time.

All applications should be made via MyNewTerm

The Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.