About Us Vale School are looking to appoint 2 committed and enthusiastic SEN Support Assistants, to work with the SENCo; Supporting the learning and professional development of pupils with identified needs, Providing a range of support from 1:1 and small group teaching. Planning, preparing and delivering lessons, monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils’ achievement, progress and development. The ideal candidate will have the relevant experience in supporting children's learning. We are a successful, forward-looking school with a great team of happy, supportive and friendly staff and wonderful pupils. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate to become fully involved in supporting pupils progress and we are looking for someone who is confident in their abilities to have impact on all pupils. We are looking for a candidate who will: • Have high expectations of pupils' achievement and behaviour • Feel comfortable working across the school (Reception to Year 6) • Have a desire to work hard • Work well within a team • Show great independence and initiative • Have an ability to manage their own wellbeing • Be a positive role model for children We can offer: • A positive and supportive teaching environment • A commitment to your continuing professional development Vale School is a large primary school hidden in the beautiful surroundings of the Findon Valley with approximately 600 pupils on roll. We enjoy all of the benefits of a large school including team working, a spacious building and some of the best facilities in West Sussex. Job Details Salary: G7 SCP 14-19 Contract Type: Fixed Term Working Pattern: Term Time only Location: Vale School, Worthing Interviews: 25th - 27th June Further Information Vale School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references. How to Apply To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to sbm@valeschool.org. Should you have any questions regarding the role, or if you would to visit the school, please feel free to email us or contact us on 01903 872322 NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site. The reference number for this role is SCHO00483. Job Reference: SCHO00483