Special Needs Assistant

Job Introduction

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We are looking for two enthusiastic and caring teaching assistants to join our established  team to work with two children in Year 3 with social and communication needs and 1 child in Year 1 with social, emotional and communication needs. The successful post holders will work within the classroom, offering a varied programme of support. Previous experience of working with Special Needs (Autism/PDA/ADHD) is desirable however training can be made available if required. This is a fixed term contract (with the potential to run until August 2028/2030). Each role could be covered through one person for the 32.5 hours or through a job share. Please state on application which model you are applying for.

The successful candidates will: 

• Work with the children within the classroom environment and, when appropriate, groups of children to support their learning and development
• Be committed to enabling children to make progress
• Be patient, calm and caring
• Be flexible, proactive and resourceful
• Understand the importance of play in a child’s learning and development
• Work as part of a team
• Contribute to evaluation, review and planning discussions with the teacher, SENCO and other members of the support team
• Prepare and organise resources
• Communicate regularly with parents and with wider agencies.
• Be willing to undertake training to gain further skills
• Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding practices and confidentiality

Hambledon Primary School, located between Petersfield and Horndean, is an exciting place to learn. Our staff are highly committed and enjoy a friendly and fun learning environment. Our ‘Outstanding’ school benefits from fantastic children, a warm and happy staff team and supportive governors. It is held in high esteem by parents and the local community.

We offer very good staff development, excellent resources and a friendly working environment. Teaching standards are high and we are always seeking to improve children’s learning. We believe in educating the whole child and seek to maintain a balance between high standards and meeting individual needs.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. The Headteacher would be delighted to show you round our lovely village school.

Please request an application pack or arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 023 9263 2440 or email adminoffice@hambledon.hants.sch.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.