SEND Teaching Assistant

About the role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special
educational needs and disabilities? Do you have the patience, dedication, and skills
to support a pupil 1:1 in their learning journey? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to join
our team. In this role, you will:
-Provide individual support to a pupil with SEND, helping them access the
curriculum and engage in learning activities.
- Support the pupil's social and emotional development, fostering a positive
and inclusive learning environment.
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual
education plans (IEPs) and track the pupil's progress.
- Use positive behaviour management strategies to support the pupil's well-
being and development.
Requirements:
- Relevant qualifications or experience in supporting children with SEND.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enhanced DBS disclosure or willingness to obtain one.
-  Right to work in the UK.
Benefits:
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development.

Visits to the school are welcome and if you have any further questions, please email head@leys.herts.sch.uk .

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people;  therefore, all of the necessary checks will be performed on shortlisted candidates,  which may include online searches. An enhanced DBS check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Full details can be found in the Safer Recruitment Policy attached.

All other policies can be viewed on our school website:

https://www.leys.herts.sch.uk/ki-policies-and-procedures.html

Please email head@leys.herts.sch.uk if you have any questions regarding the post.