Introduction Boughton Leigh Junior school is a highly successful and friendly, four form entry school in Brownsover, on the outskirts of Rugby. Our children and staff are happy and enjoy coming to school We believe that we are one big family with parents who are supportive and proud of what their children achieve. We strongly believe in pupil wellbeing and pupil led learning which results in high levels of pupil engagement and good, respectful behaviour in lessons and around the school. Our children thrive emotionally and spiritually, as well as academically. We strive to meet our mission statement, which is: Inspiring the minds of the next generation; and offer a broad and balanced curriculum which is challenging, engaging and creative. The Role Boughton Leigh Junior School is seeking to recruit a passionate, resilient and empathetic teaching assistant to work 1:1 with a child who has diverse needs linked to their Special Educational Needs We are looking to appoint an experienced, highly motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant for 30 hours per week. The role will be attached to a child with an EHC. If the pupil was to leave the school, the role will cease. It is our intention that this role will be to support a child with SEMH needs, so the successful candidate needs to have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and be able to use their initiative to adapt to the needs of the child. You need to have an empathetic nurturing approach, in line with our ethos and expectations. Recent experience of working with children with additional needs would be an advantage (please include details in your application). The successful candidate will: • need to be creative, understand how children learn and be able to form excellent relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues. • predominantly work in a 1-1 capacity, but you must also be prepared to work within a whole class setting. • work with small group work with children who have additional needs (SEND) in addition to undertaking other duties which support the education and well-being of all pupils. • be expected to maintain the high standards established in our school and use strategies in liaison with the teacher to support pupils to achieve their full potential in their learning. • also be expected to prepare, maintain and use any equipment/resources required in order to deliver the planned relevant leaning activity. • have strong organisational and interpersonal skills. • have energy and enthusiasm with a positive attitude. • be passionate about working with children who have SEN You will join a supportive team and have the chance to grow professionally in a rewarding environment. We encourage you to come and visit us and talk to staff. Additional information Closing date: 12noon Monday 3 June 2024 Interview date: Thursday 6 June 2024 Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit our school. Please contact the School Business Manager on to to.cwelearn365.com or phone 01788 577914 to arrange an appointment for a visit Completed application forms should be returned to: Mrs Amy To Boughton Leigh Junior School Wetherell Way Rugby Warwickshire CV21 1LT Telephone No: (01788) 577914 Commitment to Safeguarding Children: This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as required under the Education Act 2002 and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment: · To ensure awareness of school policy and procedures re: Child Protection and Safeguarding. · To become aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse by attending relevant courses, staff meetings and INSET. · To follow school policy and report all causes for concern to the DSL. · To ensure the safety of all pupils in the school learning environment both indoor and outdoor. · To know that safeguarding is the responsibility of all staff.