Teaching Assistant (Chippenham Campus)

Key responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of SEND needs and disabilities
• Support children attending water confidence sessions in the onsite hydrotherapy pool
• Support outdoor learning lessons in our extensive outdoor areas and work with school animals to enhance learning and engagement
• Promote positive behaviour and support the developments of pupils social and emotional skills
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a shared team ethos
• Foster an environment rich in sensory experiences and structured exploration
• Liaise with teachers, SENCO, behaviour support team and designated safeguarding leads to ensure consistent and high-quality support

The ideal candidate will:

• Experience of working with children with SEN is advantageous but not essential
• Have a calm patient and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting young learners
• Communicate clearly and effectively with pupils, families and professionals
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Be imaginative, patient and empathetic in responding to pupil needs
• Support and value outdoor learning and sensory-based play
• Ability to work well as part of a team, while also using initiative when necessary

SALARY

Wiltshire Pay scale F9 – F11 £13.69 – £14.36 per hour

Salary at F9 for 30hrs a week approx. £18,417

TERMS

Start and finish time: 8.50am – 3.25pm

Contracts available

5 days, 30 hours a week with a 40-minute unpaid lunch

All contracts are Term-time plus Inset days. Every contract includes a 25 min a week payment to be used on a fortnightly Wednesday afterschool 50 min training session.

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