Key Responsibilities

• Working one-on-one with pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• Providing additional support to foster academic and social progress.
• Collaborating with the class teacher to prepare and plan customized lessons.
• Tailoring lessons to the pupils unique needs and interests.
• Assessing, monitoring, and providing constructive feedback to pupils.
• Offering encouragement and motivation to pupils.
• Participating in classroom and extracurricular activities.
• Accompanying pupils on educational visits.
• Facilitating pupil participation and integration with peers.
• Ensuring pupils comprehend both verbal and written instructions.
• Guiding pupils to stay on track with tasks.
• Promoting inclusivity and a sense of belonging in the classroom.

Skills and Expertise

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to quickly build rapport with pupils.
• Team player, working closely with classroom teachers and Learning support assistants.
• Highly organised, creative, and adaptive.
• Ability to think on your feet to help pupils overcome learning barriers.

Job Facilities/Benefits

• Comprehensive induction programme for new staff.
• Ongoing investment into career development through appropriate CPD.
• Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team and other experienced leaders.
• Access to the Bike 2 Work scheme (42% discount).
• Full use of an employee assistance programme supporting wellbeing.
• Staffroom with complimentary tea and coffee.
• Subsidized membership of Benenden Healthcare (affordable health insurance).
• On-site parking.
• Free Breakfast Club or After School Club place for trust staff children.