1:1 SEN Learning Assistant

1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant

Merstham Primary School is looking to appoint a SEN Learning Assistant, ideally with experience with challenging behaviour, who will play a key role in individual support for with autism. This is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2022

Your opportunity

The successful individual will support the Class Teacher in the teaching and welfare of the assigned individual, ensuring they attain the targets set. You will also support the school led by the Headteacher, promoting the well-being of staff and children in the school. We believe in lifelong learning and would be interested to hear from candidates who have EYFS experience and specifically children with SEN. This opportunity has the flexibility, for the right candidate to work between 27 and 32.5 hours per week.

About Merstham Primary School

At Merstham Primary School, we want children to be confident lifelong learners. We set high expectations academically and socially and provide a nurturing environment to develop a caring attitude.

Therefore, we want our school to be a place where:

• everyone feels safe, cared for and included;
• all children are given the skills and opportunities to be independent and collaborative learners in a happy, structured, stimulating environment;
• expectations are high, both collectively and individually;
• all children are equipped with the knowledge and skills to choose a healthy, active lifestyle;
• teachers provide school days that excite, challenge and motivate each child;
• our 6 rules are simple, fair, understood and consistent;
• everyone is valued and respected regardless of gender, race, age, religion or ability;
• goals and targets are clearly defined and explained and achievements are celebrated; 
• we prepare all our children for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life and equip them to achieve the highest standards possible in everything they do.

What we are looking for

• Be able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the child with whom you are supporting.
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour.
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team.
• Be a confident and clear communicator with parents.
• Assist in preparing the classroom, receiving children and clearing away
• Assist in planning activities and preparing materials to help the child access the curriculum
• Support the child in class, group and individual activities, indoors and outdoors.
• Assist in monitoring the child's progress, assessing achievement and recording results and observations, sharing outcomes with the class teacher

Why work at Merstham Primary School

An exciting opportunity to develop a curriculum to meet the needs of local community

A chance to work in a diverse, inclusive, vibrant and fast growing community with excellent transport links

A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF Schools

Recognition of previous school continuous service.

Excellent CPD opportunities