HLTA SEN

What is the job role?

You will take responsibility for leading our small team of SEND support staff. You will work with the SENDCO, teachers and external professionals to plan timetables, rotas and learning activities. You will also work directly with students with SEND, helping them with their academic work, social interactions, and emotional well-being.

We are looking for someone who is committed to ensuring that children with SEND are able to access the curriculum and make the best possible progress. You should be open to professional development, love learning and share our passion to keep innovating to provide better experiences and outcomes for all children. In return, we will guarantee the best possible professional development in the role to ensure you thrive in your chosen career.

This is the ideal opportunity for someone with proven SEND experience who is looking to move on to the next stage in their career and take a leadership role as we begin to create an exciting new inclusion offer.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an excellent candidate who:

• Has proven SEND experience and has worked in SEND teams.

• Has the skills to provide outstanding learning opportunities for our children with SEND.
• Occasional cover of classes

• Be passionate about self-improvement and developing practice.

• Believe wholeheartedly in ensuring all children achieve the very best.

• Support our children in their academic as well as social and emotional development.

• Be able to form strong, professional relationships with staff, pupils and parents.

• Have experience working in a primary school setting.

In return, we can offer:

• A wonderful school community.

• Excellent opportunities for your development with a planned training programme.

• A commitment to a successful work-life balance.

• A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team who will listen and support your development.

• A well-resourced and welcoming learning environment.

• Free before and after school childcare for your children if they are pupils at our school.

A qualification in First Aid or willingness to train is essential.

Candidates who have not been contacted by the interview date will not have been shortlisted. Previous candidates need not reapply.

We welcome visits to the school, please telephone for an appointment.

We do not offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLY

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Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act from applying for this post.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.