SEN Specific Teaching Assistants

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our experienced and dedicated teaching force.

Our children are looking for someone who

• is kind, patient and has a good sense of humour
• understands confidentiality and safeguarding
• will have high expectations of their learning and behaviour
• will help them to achieve their very best
• has experience of supporting special educational needs or is willing to train and learn
• Grades A*-C in GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent

A passion and interest in supporting all children in a school setting is essential.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer successful applicants

• Well behaved children who are eager to learn
• Regular training, support and advice
• A warm, caring and welcoming environment in our well-resourced school.
• An opportunity to make a real difference to our children’s learning.
• A supportive and friendly team of fellow staff and Governors;

Further details about the role

Further details can be found on the school website or requested by email. Visits to the school prior to application are strongly encouraged and welcomed by appointment.

Closing Date

09.00hrs Monday 15th June

Interviews

shortly after application

Thatcham Park School supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.