Address
SalaryFarnworth CE Primary, Pit Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 9HS
Tel: 0151 424 3042
Website: www.farnworthcofeprimary.co.uk
1:1 Special Needs Classroom Assistant
31.9hrs hours per week, Temporary
Grade: NJC2 (SCP003-004) with SEN Allowance (£22,737-£23,114pa FTE plus SEN allowance £1,455pa FTE. £22,317-£22,687pa plus SEN £1,428pa pro-rata)
Farnworth CE Primary School is a highly popular two form entry Church of England school with close links to St Luke’s Church. The Governing Body are delighted to advertise the opportunity for the right candidate to become part of a caring and conscientious team, who together aim to take our good school to the next level.
We are seeking to appoint a Classroom Assistant to work for 31.9hrs hours per week supporting a child with additional needs. Temporary until 31 August 2029 or until the child leaves the School (either voluntarily or be subject to a permanent exclusion); no longer requires your support or the funding is reviewed, whichever is the sooner.
We are seeking to appoint a caring, sensitive and patient Special Needs Classroom Assistant to support a child who is in EYFS.
The child has an education, health and care plan and will need 1:1 support in order to allow them to access their learning and participate fully in school life. The ability to form a safe, secure and supportive relationship with the child whilst showing patience and understanding will be an essential requirement of the successful candidate.
Working under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO you will need to demonstrate a commitment to teamwork, have experience of working with children with communication and physical needs and possess effective communication skills as you will be liaising closely with the child’s parents and other professionals.
Suitable candidates should be willing / able to:-
- Liaise between the family and school
- Deliver activities and opportunities which will promote and support the outcomes within the child’s EHCP
- Provide a multi-sensory approach to all teaching and learning activities
- Maintain firm boundaries in a calm manner
- Work to develop positive relationships
- Enthusiastic and supportive in modelling engagement in activities to and with the child
- Give positive and constructive feedback to the child
- Provide intimate care for the child
- Deliver activities as recommended by specialist outside agencies such as speech and language and occupational health.
For further information about the post, or to arrange a visit to the School, please contact the school office on Telephone: 0151 424 3042 or email: Office@farnworthce.halton.sch.uk
Closing date: Wednesday 7th February at 12.00 noon
Shortlisting: Thursday 8th February
Interviews: Wednesday 21st February
Farnworth CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to references and an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed application form. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of age, sex, race or disability.
How to apply
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form.
