Job Introduction
‘Believe, Succeed, Achieve’
Job/Person Summary
We are looking to appoint a positive, flexible and professional 1:1 Support Assistant to join our established and dedicated team for September 2025.
The role will involve 1:1 support for a child with complex developmental SEND needs in a Year 1/2 classroom setting. It would be an advantage if the successful candidate has previous SEND support experience although relevant training and support will be given.
We are looking for someone who:
- has a good understanding of child development and experience of supporting young children in a school or pre-school setting (essential)
- relates well to both children and adults and has excellent interpersonal skills
- knowledge of alternative communication strategies such as PECS and Makaton
- is able to demonstrate an ability to nurture children in accordance with their individual emotional, social and learning needs
- is caring, calm and patient
- demonstrates excellent behaviour management skill
- is able to work effectively with children either individually and in small groups to enable them to achieve their best
- enjoys working independently, with initiative and flexibility
- is proactive and resourceful
- is highly organised and has good time management skills
- is able to work as a part of a team, learning with and from other colleagues
- demonstrates good English and Mathematics skills
- is able to provide written and verbal feedback to the class teacher as required
- understands confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
- has a good sense of humour!
We can offer:
- a vibrant and happy school
- children who want to achieve and give their best
- a supportive team who believe in each and every child
- professional development opportunities
- a happy, learning environment where everyone is valued
- enthusiastic and supportive parents
- opportunities to work within a federation
More about our wonderful federation can be found on our website, www.nothernfederation.org.uk. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through the school office.
A virtual tour is available on our website www.northernfederation.org.uk/Admissions/Starting-in-Reception/
Interviews will be week beginning 16th June.
Application Procedure
If you feel you can make a positive contribution to our school, we would love to hear from you. Please contact our Business Manager, Helen Pottle for an application pack by emailing h.pottle@northern-inf.hants.sch.uk ,or by telephoning 02392 370613. The pack and application form will also become available on the school website www.northernfederation.org.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
