Our ValuesAt Coundon Primary School our key values are Responsibility, Respect, Resilience and Kindness. We are school who truly believes in our motto 'Together Everyone Achieves More'. What is the job role?Coundon Primary School is looking to appoint a SEND TA to support SEND children within our nurture provision. A knowledge of autism and national curriculum is essential as well as the ability to deliver specific interventions to small groups of children. The position is from 8.30am until 4.00pm each day term time only plus training days. As a key member of our inclusion team, you will play a vital role in shaping brighter futures by combining tailored learning support with emotional and behavioural strategies.Closing Date; Sunday 27th April 2025.Interviews to take place Wednesday 30th April 2025.The role is a SEND TA to work within our Nurture provision. You will be part of the inclusion team made up of teachers, SEND TA’s and a Learning Mentor, working closely together to provide personalised support for young people.At Coundon Primary curricular continuity and progress is balanced with behavioural and emotional support to enable improved outcomes for all. Here you will be a role model and motivator.You will be expected to support the teacher in the delivery of the curriculum, work with small groups and individuals in target interventions and have excellent behaviour management skills. You will have the skills to support pupils in the nurture provisions as needed and be able to model and share supportive strategies with your colleagues.Who are we looking for?To be successful in this role we are looking for someone who:-Has knowledge of autism, speech and language needs and physical needsCan deliver specific interventions in small groups out of classIs personally resilient Can build relationships quickly and not take behaviour personallyIs empathetic and patientIs positive and affirmingSolution focussedA good team playerIs a good communicator Has experience in a primary school or service settingHas experience supporting children with their Social, Emotional, Mental Health and learning needsHas experience in Safer Handing or Team Teach (although not essential) but a willingness to train and develop isCan deliver personal care when neededUnderstand the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and health and safety.In return we can offer you: a supportive and friendly team of colleagues and an excellent programme of continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities.If you are resilient, empathetic and ready to inspire vulnerable children, we would love to hear from you!Interviews - Wednesday 30th April 2025Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
