Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

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Are you passionate about making a difference in a child's education? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specialist Teaching Assistant to support a child in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) who is working significantly below age-expected levels.

Key Responsibilities:

- Work under the direction of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCO) to implement a bespoke curriculum tailored to the individual needs of the child.

- Provide one-on-one support, fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

- Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging activities that promote the child's development across all areas of learning.

- Monitor and record the child's progress, providing regular feedback to the SENDCO and teaching staff.

- Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other professionals to support the child's holistic development.

-Work in accordance with an intimate care plan, including changing nappies and supporting toilet training.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Experience working of with children in an educational or care setting, particularly those with additional educational needs, alongside knowledge or experience of programmes such as Attention Autism, The Curiosity Programme and Intensive Interaction, is essential.

What We Offer:

- A supportive and welcoming school environment.

- Opportunities for professional development and training.

- A chance to make a real impact on a child's learning journey.

If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to support a young learner in reaching their full potential, we would love to hear from you!

Join us in creating a positive and enriching learning experience for every child!

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

To apply please submit completed applications forms to Joanne Brown at [email protected] by the closing date.

We will only accept applications made on DDAT application forms. Applications are invited as soon as possible, we reserve the right to close applications early.

Provisional Interview Date: 4 December 2024

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.