SEND Teaching Assistant

Overview

Bushbury Lane Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and committed applicant with experience of working with children with specific needs to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Work with children with specific needs in class, in small groups and in 1:1 settings.
• Engage with learning activities, be friendly, patient, consistent and approachable, and support a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• English and Maths Grade C GCSE or equivalent (essential).
• NVQ Level 2 (or above).

About REAch2 Academy Trust & Benefits

• Excellence & Development: Prioritise high standards with extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued and best practices are shared.
• Well-being Focus: Promote a healthy work–life balance with robust well-being support for all staff.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Celebrate diversity and value varied perspectives.
• Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives.
• Making a difference: Contribute to something bigger than yourself and help shape the lives of young learners and communities.
• Generous Annual Leave: Support for healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow skills.
• Flexible & Family-Friendly: Flexible working options considered on an individual basis, including part-time, term-time, home working, etc.
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefits such as Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
• Well-being Support: Comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.

Application & Personal Statement

1. Please briefly explain your experience of working with children with special educational needs.
2. Please briefly explain how you have successfully overcome communication barriers with children.
3. Safeguarding: Can you give examples of how you would contribute to making the organisation a safe environment for children?

Safeguarding

We recognise safeguarding as a core responsibility. The policy supports safeguarding and care for all pupils in line with Section 175 of the Education Act 2002. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children’s Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity.

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