Teaching and Learning Assistant - Derby, United Kingdom - Derbyshire County Council

Derbyshire County Council

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Derby, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The governors at Whitecross are seeking to appoint an SEND Teaching Assistant.

Whitecross Nursery School is a well-established and popular local authority maintained nursery school for children aged 3 to 4 years.

We have a caring, happy and fun dedicated team, committed to providing a stimulating and high quality education in a happy, secure environment where all members of the school community are valued and respected.

We are looking for highly motivated, specialist teaching assistant who may have experience of working with children who have additional needs, particularly Autism and ADHD, to join our friendly staff team to support pupils with specific needs.

The appointee will need to work closely in partnership with the school and families to ensure the best possible learning experiences for the pupil.

Qualities we are looking for:

- a sense of humour
- experience in working with pupils with a wide range of needs, including those with learning difficulties, Autism and ADHD
- highly effective, enthusiastic, positive and caring
- adaptable and flexible
- high expectations for learning and strong behaviour management skills
- knowledge of how to promote independence in a learning environment
- able to assist in adapting the curriculum and lesson plans to suit the needs of the child
- a 'whatever it takes' attitude to remove barriers to learning

In return, we can offer you:

happy, enthusiastic children who are ready to learn

- supportive and friendly staff, parents and governors
- further of opportunities for professional development

We are looking to recruit an individual who enjoys working as part of a team, with good communication skills which are key.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through contacting through the school office on

How to Apply
Please see attached Job Description, Job specification and DCC Application Form.