SEN Learning Assistant

35 hours - Monday to Friday, term time only

We are a friendly, one form entry school in Shoreditch. Our values of inclusion, development, empowerment and achievement are at the heart of everything we do and guide us in our work. We are looking for an experienced SEN learning assistant to join our team who shares these values.

We are working towards becoming a rights respecting school. We are a friendly, one form entry school in Shoreditch. Our values of inclusion, development, empowerment and achievement are at the heart of everything we do and guide us in our work. We are looking for an experienced SEN learning assistant to join our team who shares these values. We are working towards becoming a rights respecting school.

We are looking for someone who has the following:

• GCSE at level A-C in English and Mathematics
• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent
• At least 3 years’ experience of working with children with a range of additional needs
• Experience of working with individuals, groups and whole classes
• Experience of planning a programme of learning for a child/children with additional needs
• Enthusiasm and commitment to children’s learning and well being.

We are looking for the following competencies:

• Empathy
• Team work and collaboration
• Communication
• Planning and organisation

 Visits to the school are essential! Visit dates: 20th April, 23rd April and 24th April 2015 To arrange a visit, please email: admin@virginia.towerhamlets.sch.uk or contact Joan Kearns on the above number.

Closing Date: 24th April 2015 mid-day
Interviews will be held on Friday 8th May 2015

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

Headteacher: Kate Gooding

Virginia Primary School
Virginia Road
Bethnal Green West
London
E2 7NQ

Tel: 020 7739 6195
Fax: 020 7739 1685
Email: admin@virginia.towerhamlets.sch.uk