Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Henry Bradley Nursery & Infant School are seeking to appoint a flexible, hardworking, friendly and caring SEN Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our committed and supportive team.

This is not a 1:1 role. This is to support all children including our children with SEND in the classroom.

Hours of work: 8.30am - 3.15pm

Applicants should be resilient, with high expectations, and a sense of humour.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the class teacher and will support pupils with all aspects of needs which could also include intimate care duties and attending relevant training.

Recent experience of working in a school environment alongside pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is essential.

We are looking for somebody who:

• Loves working with children
• Has a passion for providing the best learning opportunity for every child.
• Understands the importance of all children developing their independence regardless of their needs.
• Works well in a team

We can offer you:

• happy children who are willing and eager to learn
• enthusiastic, positive and hard-working colleagues
• Supportive SLT
• positive parents who value the school
• opportunities for professional development

Visits to the school are encouraged prior to the application deadline. Please ring 01246 273857 if you would like to arrange a visit.

Start date - September or earlier if possible.

Shortlisting date: 7 May 2025

Provisional Interview Date: 19 / 21 May 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.