We are looking to appoint a highly motivated Teaching Assistant to support children with EHCPs in various positions across the Junior School. The successful candidate will be required to deliver high quality support and interventions and, depending on experience, to cover and lead class teaching as and when appropriate.
Heathfield is a federated Infant and Junior school where every child feels important, succeeds and aspires to something greater. We are proud of the support we offer to children with SEND. We have a dedicated team of experienced Teaching Assistants led by our Team Leader. We have high expectations of our children with SEND and work in partnership with families to ensure they achieve their very best.
The successful candidate will have the following attributes:
- GCSE English and Maths (grade 4 or above) or equivalent
- Experience of working as a Teaching Assistant
- Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team
- Good communication and organisation skills
- Caring and inclusive attitude towards pupils, parents and staff
- A high standard of literacy and numeracy
- ICT skills to manage the requirements of the post with confidence
- Have good practical skills and an attention to detail
- Are willing to take part in training and personal development
Heathfield Schools' Partnership (HSP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers work together to create an environment in which everyone feels safe. Safeguarding requires a continuing commitment from all staff and governors to ensure the safety and welfare of children is embedded in all of our processes and procedures. This position is subject to, but not exhaustive of: identity checks, employment history, relevant qualifications, a satisfactory fully enhanced DBS check and references being received.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Equality monitoring information is requested separately from the application process and is not used as part of the shortlisting or selection process.