Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced 1:1 Classroom Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis in an SEN Primary School in Southam on a full-time basis.

Hours 8.30am-3pm Monday-Friday

Working with a student who requires additional support. This role is crucial in helping the student access the curriculum and achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

About the role:

• Providing tailored support to a student with, Autism/ADHD, Social Emotional Mental Health and speech and language needs.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) or support plans.
• Work closely with the class teacher to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.
• Encourage the student’s independence, confidence, and social interaction.
• Support with classroom tasks, preparation of resources, and record-keeping as required.
• Foster a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
• The role is on a full-time basis with the possibility to be ongoing for the right candidate.

About the school:

• A primary school setting that caters to young learners aged 5 to 11, with an emphasis on providing extensive support, particularly for those with additional needs, supporting a range of needs including: - Social Emotional Mental Health, Autism/ADHD and non-verbal pupils.
• The school has a learning environment where resources and activities are consistently available for pupils to engage with. This approach supports self-directed learning, helping children develop independence and decision-making skills, while also providing a structured foundation for more focused learning sessions.
• The school prioritises language development, offering speech and language therapy as an integral part of the school day, which is particularly beneficial for children with communication difficulties or those who need additional support with literacy and language skills.
• With a focus on continuous provision and clinical support the school fosters a strong commitment to inclusivity, where every child, regardless of ability or need, is given the tools and opportunities to thrive.

About you:

To be considered for the 1:1 Classroom Assistant position, you will:

• Have previous experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs, such as learning difficulties, autism, and sensory needs.
• Suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are desired but not essential.
• Have strong communications skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students.

• A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach.
• Strong behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, and

What Vision for Education offer:-

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay as You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply
If you are a 1:1 Classroom Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our SEND team on 0121 4812230.

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