SEN Teaching Assistant

at  David Ross Education Trust

Greenfields Primary School & Nursery is now recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant.This role could be your next career opportunity. If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Relevant qualifications- GCSE/ Equivelant
Evidential experience of working with children, experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment.
Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training
Experience of general clerical/ administrative work
Knowledge of special educational needs
An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
Able to use basic IT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier
Knowledge of relevant policies and codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
Ability to relate well to children and adults
A commitment to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive and co-operative environment in which all students and individuals working for and on behalf of the organisation feel respected and able to give of their best
Committed to promoting the welfare of all children and creating a safe environment in which children can learn; considering, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child
Play an important part in the wider safeguarding of children – identifying concerns, sharing information and taking prompt action to safeguard and protect them
Aware that the Trust will take all steps to prevent those who pose a risk of harm from working with children. Recruitment procedures ensure rigour in identifying and rejecting people who might abuse children
Aware of Health & Safety and Safeguarding as appropriate to role

ABOUT THE DAVID ROSS EDUCATION TRUST

The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation’s vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Greenfields Primary School & Nursery are looking for an outstanding Teaching Assistant with sound knowledge and/or experience of the primary curriculum to add specific skills to our existing team, and are committed to ensure that all children achieve their best.
We are a happy and friendly school with amazing children. Our vision is to be the best we can be in everything that we do. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking TA who will put the children at the heart at everything they do.
We can offer you a great team with a wide range of training opportunities including bespoke courses from the David Ross Education Trust.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ADVISED. WE RECEIVE HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS FOR OUR ROLES AND THEREFORE HAVE TO CLOSE THE VACANCY PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE IN ORDER TO REVIEW CANDIDATES’ DETAILS AGAINST OUR JOB CRITERIA BEFORE SHORTLISTING OR RE-OPENING THE VACANCY.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.