We are seeking to appoint a highly effective, caring, enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team for 13.75 hours per week term time only. The role is fixed term for 1 year and 1 term, however the contract is attached to the child. If the child's needs change or they leave the school, the contract will change/end with sufficient notice.

The right candidate will have a proven record of accomplishment of working with pupils with Special Educational Needs, including Autism, ADHD and associated difficulties.

Job Purpose:

To work 1:1 or in small groups/ whole class situations supporting a child in year 5

The right person will have:

• experience working with pupils with social communication difficulties and associated difficulties.

• Be able to support pupils with social interactions during unstructured lunch times.

• Be able to improve the communication and interaction of the supported pupil.

• Has a proven record of accomplishment of working with pupils with Special Educational Needs and of delivering a personalised curriculum in either SEN settings or mainstream schools.

• Has specialist knowledge of how to support a young person with social communication difficulties.

• Will be able to challenge the cognition and learning of the pupil.

•  Be able to work on Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) targets.

• Is used to working closely with the Class Teacher, SENCO and external professionals.

• Has vision, energy and enthusiasm for this challenge and has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.

• Is experienced in establishing and maintaining good professional relationships.

We actively welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

The hours are Monday to Friday 12:30-3:15

Closing date 24^th April, interviews 1^st May

Please apply for an application pack from finance@british.gloucs.sch.uk

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.