SEN Assistant

Start January soon there after

Closing date for completed applications: 3rd January 2023

Part-time-16hours per week

12 months fixed term contract

Interviews to be held first week of January

We are seeking an outstanding SEN Assistant to join our thriving co-educational prep school in beautiful Hampstead. Devonshire House offers high quality professional development and the opportunity for career progression for ambitious, talented teachers who know how to challenge and support the learning of girls and boys of different learning profiles. Excellent pastoral care and positive engagement with parents are also vital for the role.

Main purpose of job:

·        Working on a full fixed-term contract providing support for pupils either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups under the direction of the Head of Learning Support.

·        Building a positive relationship with staff and pupils, enabling the pupils to be ready to learn and enabling them to access all areas of the curriculum.

·        Work with children who have SEND & SEMH needs.

·        Engage young people with a variety of barriers to their learning.

·        Working with children on a 1:1 basis or as part of a small group

·        Delivering lessons tailored to children’s needs as outlined in their individual education plan

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To aid pupils to learn as effectively as possible by:

·        Liaising with the Head of Learning Support, class teachers and other professionals about individual education plans (IEPs).

·        Taking the lead in planning and delivering lessons as appropriate for individual students and small groups. Support will be provided by Head of Learning Support.

·        Implementing behaviour management strategies.

·        Establishing supportive relationships with the pupil concerned and promoting the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEND.

·        Motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate.

·        Marking work and providing regular feedback where necessary.

·        Conducting reflections with pupils to understand and promote the effectiveness of performance.

·        To support teachers and pupils to enable effective teaching and learning.

·        To be alert and responsive to pupils’ needs at all times.

·        To show a respectful and caring approach to pupils and other members of the team.

·        To share expertise with others to enable a strong team approach.

·        To work alongside others to manage pupils’ behaviour and encourage self-regulation through positive reinforcement and praise.

·        To establish positive relationships with pupils and all members of the staff team.

·        To facilitate learning with individual pupils or small groups as requested by the Head of Learning Support.

·        To monitor and help with a child’s personal development.

·        To display, present and preserve pupils’ work to a high standard, in a way that develops respect and self-esteem.

·        To undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required by the learning and development department

·        Prepare teaching materials and resources.

·        Help students develop confidence, independence and encourage them to learn.

·        Manage behaviour, mark work and talk to parents and carers about their children's progress in association with the Head of Learning Support.

·        Work with specialist teaching services, medical staff, counsellors and educational psychologists 

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

·        GCSEs or equivalent at a Grade C/4 and above including Maths and English

·        A levels at a Grade C or above

·        Level 2/3 SEN Teaching Assistant course and/or experience

·        Higher Level Teaching Assistant course and/or experience

Desirable  

·        Degree or working towards completing a degree in Education related subject

Relevant experience

Essential

·        Have experience of supporting children with SEND either in an education setting or in clubs/ organisations working with young children.

·        Have a passion for inclusive practice and equality of opportunity.

·        Able to work alongside colleagues and ensure that appropriate interventions are put in place to support a child.

·        Able to monitor the progress of a child and feedback to parents/teaching staff and external organisations where appropriate in association with the Head of Learning Support.

Desirable

·        1 year experience working with children.

·        Experience of delivering a personalised learning programme for individuals and small groups.

·        Commitment to and understanding of Safeguarding.

·        Experience in engaging young people with often complex and challenging behaviours.