St John’s Primary School and Nursery is a nurturing, inclusive and successful Primary school in the heart of Kenilworth. Due to the opening of our new SEMH unit in September 2025, an exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a level 3 Specialist Teaching Assistant. We are looking for an inspiring and aspirational Teaching Assistant with the passion and drive to make a difference to our SEMH unit then this could be the opportunity for you. The successful candidate will be: - Enthusiastic and committed, who is flexible and reliable - Caring and compassionate and understanding of the needs of our children and families - Demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills - The ability to form excellent relationships with parents, carers, and staff - Driven to have high expectations of yourself and others - Have experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs - Hold a recognised level 3 qualification - Ability to cope with challenging behaviour - Encourage engagement and inclusion - Ability to think in a solution focused way St John’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Please send completed application and equality forms to: Recruitment2620@welearn365.com Contract Type: 32.50 Hours Hours of Work: 8.30am until 3.30pm, term time only, plus inset days Contract Term: Permanent Salary Range: Scale G Closing Date: Wednesday 25th February at 3pm Please email Schooloffice2620@welearn365.com if you would like to arrange a visit Interview Date to be Confirmed