Teaching Assistant - SEND Support

Hexthorpe Primary has an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant (SEN Support initially in EYFS) to join their team to help children to overcome barriers to learning so that they can achieve their full potential. 

Our ideal candidate will aid children to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and independently by: 

• Working with individual children, identifying the current barriers to learning, adjusting learning activities and monitoring progress towards set targets. 
• Providing bespoke provision for those with specific needs. 
• Establishing a positive, professional relationship with children, colleagues and families. 

We are looking for individuals who have:  

• Recent and relevant experience working in a primary setting (preferably EYFS), and of working with children with specific needs or challenging behaviour. 
• The ability to utilise strategies to support pupils in achieving learning goals. 
• The drive to learn and develop to adapt and improve how things are done. 
• A commitment to safeguarding and equal opportunities. 

About Us 

Hexthorpe Primary is a highly popular academy, with a warm, caring, friendly ethos, serving a diverse community. We truly believe that our role in school is to inspire the pupils and one another beyond measure.  

The school is located close to Doncaster city centre with good access to the A1 and other major roads. There is also a local train station within walking distance of the school. 

Astrea Academy Trust are fully committed to being diverse and inclusive workforce where together we can embrace each other’s unique individuality, background and heritage. We believe that by reflecting and representing the communities and people we serve, we will better and further the life chances of our pupils. 

We are keen to hear from you if you: 

• Care about children and enhancing their academic and social experiences 
• Are highly motivated and enthusiastic 
• Are creative and innovative and an effective communicator 
• Are committed to your own professional learning 
• Can demonstrate high standards in yourself and your work and expect high standards from others 
• Are able to demonstrate enthusiasm and flexibility with the capacity to contribute to the wider aspects of the school life 
• Are committed to your own professional learning and are reflective in your practice 
• Are aspirational for yourself and the academy . 

We can offer you:  

• Enthusiastic and caring children who are keen to learn and parents who show a keen interest in the education and welfare of their children 
• Commitment to your continuing professional learning and career development 
• Well-resourced working environment 
• Hardworking team who are committed to promoting high achievement across the curriculum and school 
• Good humoured, industrious, highly skilled and enthusiastic staff team 
• Supportive and effective leadership 
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 
• Continued professional development and training opportunities 
• Free on-site parking. 

Interested in applying?

Please see the attached Applicant Brief for more information, and don't hesitate to get in touch to arrange a visit to the school or to find out more - Admin@AstreaHexthorpe.org 

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks.  We reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window should suitable applicants be identified.