Closing date: Thursday 26 th January 2012 (at 3:00pm) Interviews: Week beginning 30 th January 2012 (date to be advised)

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1 Beaconsfield Primary School Beaconsfield Road, Southall, UB1 1DR Tel: Fax: Headteacher: Mr Dave Woods 2 x SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT (KS2) POSTS (PERMANENT subject to induction period) Scale 5, Point hours per week during term time only plus INSET days (Required ASAP) We are seeking to appoint two experienced and enthusiastic SEN teaching assistants to work within our ARP (Additional Resource Provision) classes for pupils who have a range of identified special educational needs. You will work as part of a team of 8 staff across two classes with up to 8 statemented pupils in each class. This is an exciting challenge for committed teaching assistants with previous SEN experience to come and work within the ARP classes to develop excellent inclusive education practices and opportunities for pupils. Beaconsfield Primary School is a well-resourced, inclusive one form entry school that offers a very supportive environment to staff and pupils. Our ARP classes are purpose built and well furnished including dedicated outdoor learning spaces and a sensory/ soft play space for use by children from the ARP classes. We are looking for dynamic, inspirational staff members who have: a minimum of NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an aspect of child care/ education proven experience of working with pupils within a learning environment who have Speech and Language difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Moderate Learning Difficulties excellent numeracy and literacy skills (Equivalent to GCSE Grade A-C) (tested at interview) knowledge of and skills in using specialist communication systems e.g. Makaton, PECs an understanding of P-Levels and support for pupils below national curriculum levels a commitment and passion for inclusive education along with a patient, flexible and positive manner And a staff member who is able to: work closely with our inclusion leader, ARP leader and other staff as part of a team communicate effectively, both orally and in writing as well as being ICT literate consistently implement agreed pupil behavior programs and contribute to team strategy discussions follow differentiated planning, other specialist programmes and individual plans with patience and calmness to ensure pupils are fully participating in activities and sessions. build and maintain effective relationships with pupils, treating them with respect and consideration Beaconsfield Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and you will be required to complete an enhanced disclosure from the CRB. Further information can be found at Please contact Mr Dave Woods, Headteacher, should you wish to discuss this post further. Please or telephone the school to request further information, request an application pack or to arrange a visit. Closing date: Thursday 26 th January 2012 (at 3:00pm) Interviews: Week beginning 30 th January 2012 (date to be advised)

2 9 th January 2012 Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant post at Beaconsfield Primary School. This position offers an exciting, challenging opportunity for a team orientated, can-do person to join our dedicated and hard-working staff team within our Additional Resource Provision (ARP) classes. The two ARP classrooms were created to meet the growing demand for SEN places for children in KS1 and KS2 classes who require small class specialised teaching strategies and support below the level of Special School. All children placed in the ARP classes have a statement of special educational needs and the aim is for the classes to primarily serve pupils from the Southall area. Classes can hold up to 8 pupils with two SEN Teaching Assistants and one SEN teacher working within each class. You will have the opportunity to work with our very experienced Inclusion Leader and with our SEN teachers to continue to develop the class setting/ resources/ programmes etc to provide high quality learning opportunities for our pupils. As part of the ARP provision we have created a sensory/ soft play space for use by the children from the ARP classes with over of specialist equipment for sensory activities. As a school we are very keen for the ARP classes to be a fully integrated part of our school and not an add-on component. This is important as pupils within the ARP classes will be expected to spend some of their time at school working with your support in mainstream classes. We aim to provide joint training opportunities around some learning themes as well specialised training around areas linked directly to SEN work. I do hope that you will take the time to read all the enclosed documents carefully and that when you complete your application you ensure that you give recent and relevant examples of your skills and experiences related to the person specification including the details of your NVQ qualifications (or equivalent). Please feel free to contact the school if you any questions regarding any aspects of the position, the school or the job description. I look forward to receiving your completed application form by 3:00pm on Thursday 26 th January Interviews are scheduled to take place during the week commencing 30 th January for an immediate start. Yours sincerely Mr Dave Woods Head Teacher

3 Job Description Job title: School: Line manager: Supervisory responsibility: Hours: SEN Teaching Assistant Ealing GLPC Grade: Scale 5 Beaconsfield Primary School Post No: Headteacher, Class Teacher, ARP Leader Assisting in work familiarisation of new members of staff term time only including INSET Days Main purposes of the job To work under the guidance of the class teacher in the planning and implementation of work programmes with individuals or groups of pupils with special educational needs. To provide general support to the class teacher in the management and organisation of pupil(s) with special educational needs in the classroom. To assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment. To promote the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal opportunities to learn and develop. To work mainly in the ARP class, but to accompany children during inclusion sessions in other classes To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school. Main responsibilities and tasks Support for pupils 1. To support working relationship with the pupils, acting as role model and setting high expectations. 2. To support pupils with special educational needs in the most effective way. 3. To meet the personal and physical needs of pupils such as feeding, toileting and assisting with mobility as necessary whilst encouraging their independence. 4. To support pupils with special educational needs through the delivery of specific learning and behaviour programmes and to contribute to setting individual education plan (IEP) targets and to IEP reviews. 5. To facilitate pupils access to specialist and main stream provision as indicated by their statement of special educational needs. 6. To encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively, ensuring all pupils are engaged in activities.

4 7. To provide support in the delivery of the Primary Strategies and National Curriculum as appropriate. Support for the teacher 8. To work closely with the teacher to assist in the planning, development and delivery of all areas of the curriculum 9. To work under supervision of the class teacher to support the learning, social, emotional and physical development of the pupils 10. As required, to prepare the classroom/outside areas for lessons, ensuring that specialist resources and equipment are available as necessary and cleared away at the end of the lessons as appropriate Support for the school 11. To comply with and assist with the development of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, SEN/Inclusion and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate named person. 12. To liaise with parents/ carers or agencies involved in supporting development of special educational needs pupils. 13. To attend relevant meetings and participate in training opportunities and professional development as required. 14. To provide support for pupils emotional and social needs by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour in line with school policy. 15. To accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required within contracted hours and to take responsibility for special educational needs pupils under the supervision of the teacher. 16. To assist with the general pastoral care of special educational needs pupils, including helping pupils who are unwell, distressed or unsettled. 17. To adhere to school health and safety policy including risk assessment and safety systems. Support for the curriculum 18. To assist in the development of basic Literacy, Numeracy and ICT skills where appropriate and support the use of these learning activities as directed by the class teacher. 19. To help adapt and plan the development of resources necessary to assist in learning activities of children with special needs, taking into account pupils interests, language and cultural backgrounds. 20. Undertake broadly similar duties commensurate with the level of the post as required and directed by the Head Teacher. Signatures line manager and job holder Signature of Manager: Date: / / Signature of post holder: Date: / /

5 Person Specification Job title: School: Line manager: Supervisory responsibility: Hours: SEN Teaching Assistant Ealing GLPC Grade: Scale 5 Post No: Beaconsfield Primary School Headteacher, Class Teacher, ARP leader None, apart from assisting in work familiarisation of new members of staff term time only This form lists the essential requirements needed in order to do the job. Applicants will be shortlisted solely on them meeting these requirements. Essential Requirements Education and Experience a) NVQ level 2 + relevant experience (NVQ Level 3 preferred) or an equivalent qualification in an aspect of child care/ education b) Excellent numeracy and literacy skills (Equivalent to GCSE Grade A-C) c) Proven experience of working with pupils within a learning environment who have speech and language difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder or moderate learning difficulties. d) knowledge of and skills in using specialist communication systems e.g. Makaton, PECs e) Proven experience of working calmly and appropriately with children with additional needs. f) Experience of communicating clearly to children and adults. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities g) Ability to work well as part of a team. h) Good skills levels in using IT systems and programmes i) An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities. j) An ability to follow consistently children s individual learning and behaviour programmes, with patience and calmness k) Working knowledge of national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes. l) An ability to understand the principles of child development and learning processes and in particular barriers to learning. m) Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive verbal and written feedback on pupils progress to a range of school staff. n) Good working knowledge of relevant policies and of the SEN code of practice and awareness of relevant legislation.

6 o) Ability to contribute to plan effective actions for pupils at risk of underachieving. p) Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with pupils, treating them equitably with respect and consideration. q) Ability to understand the roles of parents and carers in pupils learning and demonstrate ability to liaise with parents and carers sensitively and effectively r) Ability and willingness to provide necessary personal care to children, including toileting, feeding and mobility assistance as required. s) Already hold or ability to successfully complete first aid training as required. t) Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training and evaluate own learning. u) To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.