Broadford Primary School Faringdon Avenue Harold Hill RM3 8JS Tel: 01708 342880 Headteacher: Mrs L Nicholls Teaching Assistant to support complex SEND Hours: 30 hours per week. 08:30 - 15:00 [30 minute unpaid lunch] - Monday to Friday Weeks Per Year: Working 38 weeks per year (not including inset days). Paid for 43.7 weeks per year (inclusive of 5.7 weeks paid annual leave) Salary: Grade 1/2 spinal point 2-5. Pro Rata salary of £18,056 - £18,878 per annum (FTE £25,854 - £27,030 p.a.) Contract: Permanent At The Learning Federation we believe that a child’s socio-economic background should not be a barrier to success. We passionately believe that children who attend Broadford Primary school deserve the best education we can provide: we have fantastic pupils who are eager to learn and excited to turn up to school every day. We achieve this because we expect all staff to make the education of their pupils their first concern, and be accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. We expect staff to: act professionally be self-critical and forge positive professional relationships have a good knowledge and background in working with pupils on the SEND register work with parents in the best interests of our pupils. We are inviting applications for the role of Teaching Assistant to support individual pupils with complex special educational and medical needs. Your role would be to enhance the pupil's learning and life skills in a way which is individualised to their specific needs. The successful applicant(s) will have good communication skills, be calm and patient, have a good sense of humour and be a team player with an extremely flexible attitude. You will ideally have prior experience of working with pupils who have Autism, ADHD, Physical disabilities and/or pupils with medical needs. Due to the nature of the role, you may deal with a variety of conditions, so being able to adapt your supporting methods is essential. As an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, you will have worked with SEND pupils in a classroom environment and have a good level of education. You will need to be physically fit and able to work outdoors and manage personal care for younger children if required. An ability to motivate and engage children is essential. Please apply online Closing date: Monday 2nd September 2024 Interviews: TBA Please note that in line with KCSIE 2022, the school will conduct a pre employment internet/social media search on all shortlisted candidates. We reserve the right to interview suitable applicants early in the recruitment process so please apply without delay.