1:1 Higher Level Need Assistant

Job Title: Higher Level Needs Assistant
Salary: £18,221 - £18,510 per annum
Hours: 30 hpw
Location: Pitmaston Primary School
Temporary - To meet the needs of a specific child whilst they remain at the school

The Governing Body and Headteacher at Pitmaston Primary School are looking to appoint a caring, committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Needs Teaching and Learning Assistant to support one of our pupils in lower KS2 with additional needs.

We are seeking to employ an experienced teaching and learning assistant who has previously worked with pupils with SEND. An understanding of the curriculum across the age ranges in a primary school would be an advantage.

You will be responsible for supporting learning and progress, following guidance from staff and external agencies. You will deliver focused provision to specifically meet the needs of the child and will work alongside existing staff.

As an Outstanding large primary school you will be joining a strong team of staff where you will be supported with the help of a mentor and ongoing CPD. You will need to be proactive in your approach, kind and caring and work well as part of a team. We are a THRIVE based school and a Mentally Healthy Trauma Informed School and this ethos runs throughout our school where children and adults respect each other. You will need to be calm and patient, yet consistent and clear in your communication both with the children and parents/carers.

The main areas of responsibility include:

• Supporting a child with their learning experiences meeting their individual needs.
• Delivering focused provision and support to enhance and extend children’s learning and progress under the guidance of external agencies and the class teacher
• Support the child to meet their personal targets on the provision map
• Personalising resources to ensure they are accessible to the child you are working with.
• Ensure you are clear about intended learning outcomes and how these may be achieved.
• Support the child to ensure they have access to a range of learning opportunities.
• Support the child to develop an understanding of routines and expectations within the class.
• Build a strong relationship with the child and engage them in activities that increase their self-esteem, social skills and understanding of emotions.

The successful candidate will:-

- be an excellent practitioner

- be hardworking, flexible and reliable

- have previous experience working with children with additional needs and/or pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in a primary school

- have knowledge and understanding of the primary curriculum

- be a good communicator with at least grade C GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths

- be computer literate to support the child’s personalised learning
- be willing to provide assistance to the class teacher as well as being part of the whole school team
- be willing to help ensure that all children receive rich and stimulating experiences which meet their individual needs.

In return we will offer:
• a warm, caring, supportive and positive working environment
• friendly and well-motivated children
• excellent relationships with parents and other stakeholders
• a very attractive school environment with excellent resources
• opportunities for professional development.

Our last Ofsted inspection was in November 2023 where we were described as Outstanding in all areas and we pride ourselves in maintaining these high expectations at all times.

Pitmaston Primary School is committed to promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS disclosure and appointment will be subject to receipt of suitable references, qualifications and identity checks.

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 16th July at 12noon

Anticipated Interview Date: TBC