Description
The job itself
L3 Teaching Assistant – Enhanced Resource Provision (ERP) Full or part-time
Willerby Carr Lane Primary School is a friendly, well-regarded two-form entry community primary school with an established Enhanced Resource Provision (ERP) supporting pupils with significant SEND, primarily Communication and Interaction needs.
We are seeking to appoint a skilled, reflective and inclusive teaching assistant to work within our ERP. This role is central to our commitment that we dream big, believe we can and we can all achieve excellence.
The successful candidate will support pupils from age 5 to 8, working closely with a dedicated team of staff, to ensure ambitious, personalised and meaningful learning outcomes for all pupils.
The working hours are from 8:30 – 3:40 each day with 30 minutes for lunch. We are committed to supporting flexible working and so would welcome applications from people looking for either a full-time post of part-time hours of 0.5 or above.
The Role
As an ERP teaching assistant, you will:
1. Support high-quality, inclusive teaching for pupils with complex learning difficulties, including Autism
2. Demonstrate experience of working with non-verbal pupils, using a range of communication strategies and approaches
3. Foster a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel secure, understood and supported
4. Use creative, flexible and child-centred approaches to celebrate achievement and promote engagement
5. Work confidently with behaviour that may challenge, using inclusive, proactive and trauma-informed strategies
6. Work collaboratively with other staff, modelling high expectations and inclusive practice
7. Use ICT effectively to support learning, communication and accessibility
8. Contribute to a strong culture of teamwork, reflection and continuous improvement
We Are Looking for Someone Who:
9. Has a strong understanding of inclusive practice and SEND provision
10. Is committed to improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs
11. Values partnership with families and external professionals
12. Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills
13. Is reflective, resilient and passionate about inclusive education
We Can Offer You:
14. A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community
15. A strong partnership with a knowledgeable and committed Board of Governors
16. A leadership team that prioritises staff wellbeing
17. A planned programme of high-quality CPD
18. Membership of the National College
19. An attractive working environment where inclusion is embedded in everyday practice
Safeguarding
Willerby Carr Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with safeguarding guidance.
Further information about our school and community can be found on our website.
We strongly advise prospective applicants to contact us to arrange a visit, we would be delighted to show you around our school and our ERP provision.