What skills and experience we're looking for We are looking to recruit a talented, motivational, and inspiring individual to provide teachers and the SEN team with practical support. You will work either individually or with small groups of children to promote positive learning and behaviour. A passion and interest in supporting all children in a school setting is essential. This is an immensely rewarding role in its own right but also provides good experience for anyone considering training as a teacher. About the Role: As a successful candidate, you will: •be organised, flexible and reliable, with the ability to work with students in a professional and appropriate way •be well-motivated and keen to show their enthusiasm for the role •introduce work to students, set by a subject specialist, and support the students with their learning in the absence of the classroom teacher • issue (not setting) work, managing behaviour, responding to students' general queries and ensuring students are working to their full potential, •contribute to the development of the department as part of a dedicated team •have a professional attitude that is open to innovative ways of working •be flexible and adaptable when faced with challenges What the school offers its staff In return, you’ll enjoy: • Caring Environment: Our positive ethos prioritises staff well-being and recognition. • Empowerment: Work alongside ambitious, dedicated colleagues who are committed to developing the whole child. • Exceptional Students: Engage with children who love being at school, exhibit exceptional behaviour and have a strong attitude towards their learning. • Professional Environment: Join a stimulating and collaborative workplace in a school Ofsted labelled as ‘exceptional’ in October 2024 • Professional Growth: Access extraordinary professional development and support to enhance your skills. • Flexible Work Options: We value work balance through the availability of flexible working, our ‘Time for you Tuesdays’, commuted INSETs and Employee Assistance Programme 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.