SEN Support Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Support Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and nurturing primary school. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them to access the curriculum and thrive socially and emotionally.,

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Assist in the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs)
• Support pupils in developing independence and confidence
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Monitor and record pupil progress and contribute to review meetings
  
  Experience working with children with SEND in a school setting
• A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 TA qualification)
  
  Gravel Hill Primary School
Gravel Hill Primary School is a popular two-form entry primary school in the centre of Bexleyheath. At Gravel Hill, our values of confidence, aspiration, respect and excellence are at the heart of everything that we do. Our school has a vibrant feel; we are proud of our happy, welcoming staff team, the positive atmosphere and our strong community links. We have invested in every aspect of the school to ensure that all areas are very well resourced. Technology is at the centre of every classroom. Our extensive grounds promote outdoor learning and our newly designed early years area provides the best possible start for our youngest children. The exciting, innovative and progressive curriculum at Gravel Hill ensures that our children leave with necessary skills, knowledge and attributes to become learners for life., Cygnus Academies Trust Gravel Hill is part of Cygnus Academies Trust who are a group of friendly, like-minded schools, working together in the best interest of all our children. Driven by a desire to collaborate at every level, with an emphasis on staff development and opportunities for all. Cygnus Academies Trust schools really are a fantastic place to work and learn. Our approach is to allow all schools to retain and celebrate their uniqueness. While ensuring; great teaching and learning, strong leadership and management, effective local governance, curriculum expertise, visionary business and financial management.

· Local Government Pension Scheme, References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. - Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form prior to interview. - Online Searches will be carried out on shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any concerns will be discussed with candidates at interview. - Further vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, incorporating a check of the Children's Barred List, will be undertaken on provisional offer. - The Child Protection Policy can be found on the school website. - The Employment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found on the Trust website This post is a customer-facing position and falls within the scope of the Code of Practice on English Language Requirement for Public Sector Workers. The school has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the JD/Person Specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection and probationary stages.