Special Support Assistant

Salary: Scale 1C\3 £17,518 - £18,815 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance (FTE: £20,466 - £21,981 per annum)

Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only

Contract: Permanent & Fixed Term

Location: The Link Primary School, Croydon, CR0 4PG

Orchard Hill College (the College) and Orchard Hill College Academy Trust (the Trust) together form Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust (OHC&AT), a family of specialist education providers for pupils and students from nursery to further education. The College has 7 centres and the Trust is now home to 14 special schools across London, Surrey and Sussex.

The Link Primary School and Secondary School provides specialist teaching and therapy for up to 120 children aged 4 to 19 years whose primary need is Speech, Language and Communication- with up to 60 children on each school site.  Some children may also have additional learning or sensory integration needs. A large percentage of pupils also have a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The abilities are wide ranging, varying from pupils who meet cognitive milestones to pupils with complex needs. 

We are looking to recruit Special Support Assistants who have a genuine belief in person centred teaching and a commitment to the education and development of young people with SEN.

The Primary School has a warm, safe, friendly and nurturing environment which helps children to learn, express their ideas, communicate, develop friendships and grow in confidence and self- esteem. Small classes with high adult to child ratio enable children to settle quickly, move confidently around the school and learn the daily routines which form an integral part of school life.

You will need experience and a willingness to manage children with ASD (both verbal and lower functioning) and SLCN. You should also be experienced in developing and nurturing the play skills of young children, as well as identifying the next steps.

To apply please view the full job description and download an application form. You can directly apply via the TES site, alternatively you can visit our website.

Please note that CV applications will not be considered.

Closing date: 12pm on Wednesday 17th June 2020

Interview date:   w/c 22nd June 2020

OHC&AT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.