TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2A (1:1 SUPPORT)

Location

Barrow URC Primary School , BB7 9AZ (167 on roll)
Old Row
Tel: 01254 822338
School website: www.barrow.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

Barrow URC Primary School is a thriving and nurturing primary school nestled in the heart of the Ribble Valley. At Barrow, we take pride in fostering an environment where children are supported to 'be the best they can be,' evident in our impressive results. What sets Barrow apart is our equal emphasis on valuing and nurturing personal development. We invite you to explore 'The Barrow Way' on our website, where academic excellence and character growth harmoniously coexist. https://www.barrow.lancs.sch.uk/  We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with children with additional needs in KS2. The successful applicant would need to work well as part of our team, be enthusiastic and dedicated to supporting our Chrisitan ethos. The hours of work are 9am-3.30pm Mon-Fri with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

The successful applicant must be prepared to work flexibly and efficiently to meet the demands of the role, which will include:

In liaison with teachers and SENCO, planning, assessing and reporting on long and short term intervention targets for a child with an EHCP

Co-ordinating and delivering input to meet the sensory needs of learners across school, including the use of the Multi-Sensory Environment.

Assessing and implementing appropriate speech and language programmes to meet a range of communication needs.

For further information please carefully read the attached job description and person specification. Applicants who are excited about a new challenge, and who meet the essential criteria for this role, are warmly welcomed from both mainstream and special school settings. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and working in partnership with all stakeholders.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate some experience of working with individuals with SEND.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We can offer:

185 delightful children who are articulate, enthusiastic and kind and who will make you smile,

A happy, warm and caring school where children are at the heart of everything we do,

Supportive colleagues.

A commitment to staff wellbeing,

Support for your professional development,

A supportive and effective Governing Body.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

To apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached. CVs are not accepted.

Please note that a faith reference is not essential for this post, however candidates must be able to support and uphold the Christian ethos of our United Reformed Church school.

Please note that this vacancy closes at Noon on 19/06/2024

Essential Qualifications

NVQ level 2 or above qualification (or equivalent).

GCSE grade C minimum or equivalent qualification in English and Mathematics.

Desirable Qualifications

NVQ level

First Aid

Safeguarding training

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children with SEND 

Experience of working in a classroom environment

Desirable Experience

Experience of delivering SALT interventions

For an informal discussion please contact:

Nicola McArdle (Headteacher) or Helen Porter (Deputy Head) 01254 822338

Proposed Interview Date:

09/07/2024 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.