Teaching Assistants Marlborough Primary  School

(To work within our Resource Base provision for children with Autism)      

Join Our Inclusive and Ambitious School Community

Are you an aspirational and dedicated person with a passion for inclusive education? Do you have the expertise to work as part of a team delivering outstanding SEND provision? If so, we would love to hear from you!

At Marlborough Primary School, we pride ourselves on being a happy, warm and welcoming school with children at the heart of everything we do. We have high expectations, and a culture of learning built upon trust and support.

We are looking for passionate Teaching Assistants to join our friendly school as part of our Resource Base for children with Autism. As a valued member of our Resource Base Team, you will work closely with the specialist SEND team to ensure that every pupil within our Resource Base thrives in a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

About the Role:

This role is a specialist position within our Autism Resource Base, requiring applicants with experience and expertise in supporting children with Autism. We are seeking individuals who have a strong understanding of autism-specific strategies and interventions. These may include:

·         Makaton

·         Attention Autism

·         PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)

·         SCERTS (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support)

·         Speech and language support.

The successful candidates will play a vital role in creating an inclusive, structured, and nurturing environment that enables children to develop their communication and social skills and independence. Experience in working within a specialist setting or supporting children with complex needs is essential, as this role demands a deep commitment to meeting the unique needs of our Autistic learners. We are willing to develop staff that have a keen interest in this area.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking aspirational and dedicated Teaching Assistants who:

·         Have a positive, optimistic outlook

·         Have experience of working within a specialist setting or supporting children with complex needs

·         Have a passion for teaching and learning and inclusive practice

·         Care deeply about children’s learning and their emotional wellbeing

·         Show initiative and work collaboratively with a team

·         Have great communication skills with the ability to build trust and confidence with parents, children and colleagues

Why Join Us?

·         The school is very ambitious for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Learning is carefully adapted so that all pupils, including those in the Resource Base receive the same curriculum.

·         A positive and enthusiastic team of staff who are committed to achieving the best for all pupils

·         Happy, motivated, keen to learn children

·         A supportive and welcoming school with a strong commitment to inclusion and excellence.

·         A collaborative and experienced leadership team, committed to professional growth and school improvement.

·         Excellent CPD opportunities, including leadership development and SEND-focused training.