Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of SEND needs and disabilities
Support children attending water confidence sessions in the onsite hydrotherapy pool
Support outdoor learning lessons in our extensive outdoor areas and work with school animals to enhance learning and engagement
Promote positive behaviour and support the developments of pupils social and emotional skills
Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a shared team ethos
Foster an environment rich in sensory experiences and structured exploration
Liaise with teachers, SENCO, behaviour support team and designated safeguarding leads to ensure consistent and high-quality support.

Experience of working with children with SEN is advantageous but not essential
Have a calm patient and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting young learners
Communicate clearly and effectively with pupils, families and professionals
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Be imaginative, patient and empathetic in responding to pupil needs
Support and value outdoor learning and sensory-based play
Ability to work well as part of a team, while also using initiative when necessary

Silverwood School is an inspirational and forward thinking maintained special school based in the heart of Wiltshire and spread across three campuses. Our school is dedicated to supporting pupils aged 4-19 years with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our mission is to enhance opportunities, enjoyment and empower every pupil to reach their full potential. Our vision is ambitious 'Building Community; Inspiring Learning', to create a truly integrated and inclusive system of outstanding education for all young people with SEND needs.
We offer a bespoke and tailored package of training opportunities to work with external professionals, alongside ongoing CPD opportunities
All staff upon joining attend a structured, well supported and informative induction programme.
Our staff are given freedom to teach and tailor lessons to meet pupil's individual needs and are not constrained in the way mainstream schools can be.
All staff have a strong sense of shared purpose and vision, clarity of values and use these daily to guide our actions, interactions and decision making and are at the heart of everything we do.
Working here isn't always easy but it is deeply rewarding. Every day brings opportunities to learn, connect and change lives.

5 days, 30 hours a week with a 40-minute unpaid lunch

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