**About the role**

The role will be to work with either a child in EYFS or in Year 2 both of whom have Speech and Language needs. The successful candidate will have experience in either PECs or MAKATON, understand the importance of things such as Now and Next as well as having a caring nature to further support the children's emotional needs. To best support these students the successful candidate will be able to work as an individual but also within the wider team including with the SENCO and Speech and Language Therapist as a plan is made for each student to follow and tracking improvements whilst making tweaks to the way things are working based on the feedback of the person in the role.

**About the School**

This 1 form entry Primary School believe that they have created a stimulating, friendly and supportive environment in which all pupils can learn and achieve their very best. They encourage each pupil to have a voice and to develop responsibility and respect from the very start in Early Years right through to Year 6. They have a strong and committed Governing Body that fully supports the school in providing the very best possible educational opportunities for all. It is an expanding school, moving towards two form entry. Each of the classrooms are richly resourced with pupils using laptops and iPads daily to further enrich their learning.

**About Tradewind**

We're proud to be listed as a Sunday Times Top 100 Company, 4 years running. Our rates of pay in line with experience and Main pay scale from day 1. We have a Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£100. You get access to an online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability which is quick and easy.

**How to Apply** - Teaching Assistant

You must have previous school based experience of working with students with SEN. Its desirable you hold a Teaching Assistant qualification such as CACHE Level 2 or 3 but not essential. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks. You must have the legal right to work in the UK

Click "Apply Now" to get your application started for the role of Teaching Assistant. Or for more information you can contact Craig Sowden on 0207 845 5450 / craig.sowden@twrecruitment.com

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