Job title:                                             SEND Teaching Assistant                    
Status:                                                Fixed Term to July 2025                     
Hours:                                                 32.5 hours                              
Working weeks per year:         39 weeks per year
Post Start Date:                               January 2025                 
Closing Date for Applications: 5 January 2025

Lime Wood Primary School is thrilled to be recruiting for motivational, resourceful and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join our growing school in the heart of Erith.  As a new school, Lime Wood Primary currently only has reception and year 1 pupils and will expand in the coming years to welcome new pupil intake. The school roll will gradually increase year on year until it reaches full capacity as a 3-form entry primary school.

We are looking for a motivational, resourceful and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to inspire and support our children within daily school life.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join us as we develop and grow a supportive, inclusive and dedicated team. The purpose of this role will be to support key children linked to high need funding or with any early help care plan. You will be based in the classroom, providing support to groups of children within the class as well as 1:1 support for individual children.

No day is ever the same in this role and we are looking for adaptable and flexible individuals who thrive in an environment with changing priorities.

Your job role will include:

·       Working in a team with the class teacher to deliver excellent support with teaching and learning;

·       Working with children on a 1:1 or group basis;

·       Accompanying groups on trips;

·       Supporting assessment and evidencing learning;

·       Working with teachers to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources;

·       Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all children;

·       Creating opportunities for all children to reach their potential, irrespective of ability.

·       Supporting a child/children with special educational needs however the role will vary from day to day, you will be expected to use your initiative and respond calmly in challenging situations

·       Giving the opportunity to make a huge social impact, changing the path of a child’s life.

What you will need to succeed:

·       A relevant supporting teaching and learning in schools’ qualification;

·       A qualification specific to early years would be an advantage

·       A passion for working with young people who require additional support in order to access education and social development

·       Ideally previous experience in supporting children with SEND, specifically in ASD/SEMH interventions, i.e., with sensory circuits, speech and language etc.

·       Be a proactive and positive person who is always striving to meet children’s learning needs

·       Have the ability to build a rapport with children

·       A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

For more information about Lime Wood Primary School please visit: Lime Wood Primary School website 

We reserve the right to close this position early should a suitable applicant be found, therefore, early application is encouraged.