The successful candidate will support and enhance the learning of all pupils, specifically those with special educational needs, to accelerate both their personal and educational achievement and help them with routines and expectations.  

The successful candidate will work alongside Teachers and other support staff to provide practical support for learning, educational activities, developing social skills, securing children’s physical and emotional wellbeing, whilst ensuring high expectations of behaviour. 

Well-developed skills in communication are vital for this role along with energy, patience, enthusiasm and a positive approach to learning.

This post will be full-time in EYFS, to work between the hours of 9.00am and 3.15pm during term time, on a temporary basis.  This will initially be for a year though may be extended dependent on funding.

We are looking to welcome a colleague who:

• believes in the school’s vision, ethos and aims
• has high aspirations and expectations for all members of the school community.
• can create a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment. 
• is able to develop strong relationships with children and have high expectations of behaviour, showing assertiveness and the ability to adapt levels of support, when necessary, to have the greatest impact.
• is prepared to be innovative and achieve the best possible outcomes for our children, including the most vulnerable. 
• is able to inspire and motivate children through a range of high-quality teaching and learning experiences. 
• is able to deliver programmes of support set up specifically to help the children in their care learn.
• has excellent communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with professionals and parents.
• is determined to make a positive difference.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed: please contact the school office to make an appointment (01484 651103).