SEND Teaching Assistant

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is pleased to invite applications for the post of SEND Teaching Assistant at Worfield Endowed CE Primary School. The successful candidate will join our team of teaching assistants. Fixed Term (to 31/08/2027 in the first instance) 30 hours per week (6 hours per day, Monday to Friday) NJC Grade 5 There may be the opportunity for the successful candidate to be offered an additional contract to support within our Extended Schools provision. This can be discussed at interview. Worfield School is situated just off the picturesque Main Street of half-timbered houses and old cottages, leading to the 12th century church and the Tudor manor house. Our small, rural school provides a warm and friendly atmosphere based on trusted partnerships in the community that we serve. Our children access a safe and stimulating environment in which to develop their academic, social, moral and spiritual potential. Our expectations are high as we aim to provide as many different opportunities for curriculum enrichment as we can. We ensure every day is a learning experience through our rich, varied and vibrant curriculum. The ideal candidate needs to be patient, with a warm and friendly attitude and have the passion and determination to succeed through challenging situations on a daily basis. You will predominantly be providing support to a pupil with an EHCP to enable them to access the curriculum. This may include the preparation of resources and leading interventions. To be considered for this SEND Teaching Assistant position you will need to have experience of working with children with SEND in either a primary school setting or in a specialist provision. You should also have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent qualification.

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many opportunities for high quality CPD a strong forward thinking leadership team highly motivated staff and supportive governors For further information, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Mrs Rebecca Dyke, Schools' Business Manager - Tel.: 01746 763455 Email: rebecca.dyke@stmarysbc.co.uk Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working at the Trust or within its schools to share this commitment. The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an Enhanced Disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). The successful applicant will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire. The Trust may carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview. Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.