SEND Assistant (Qualified or Trainee)

If you really want to make a difference and improve the lives of some of the most vulnerable children and young people, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We have opportunities for 2 SEND assistants to join our new classes that are opening up shortly. You will get a thorough induction with support and training whilst you begin.

Starting Salary of £21,000 (Pro Rata) moving to £23,500 after 18 months once passed probation. We will also pay for you to do your Level 3 qualification too in this time!

Working with us, you will get a unique opportunity to work 1:1 and in small groups with our fantastic pupils. As we are a therapeutic provision, we blend academic learning with personal development and social skills. To support this, you will be a key worker for a child, supporting them back into education and helping them achieve far beyond what they ever thought possible.

Many of our pupils have had incredibly negative experiences of education and therefore lack self-esteem and confidence. By utilising our nurturing and relationship focussed approach, you will help develop pupils trust and belief, encouraging them to flourish.

You will be working with 4 children, a teacher and 2 other SEND assistants as a team in a newly opened classroom. The age group can be flexible.

The Place Independent School is more than just a school, we are a community of dedicated individuals all working together to provide the best possible life opportunities for any child, regardless of their needs or previous experiences. No two days are ever the same, so it is vital you have the flexibility and resilience to work in this truly rewarding sector.

About the School

The Place Independent School is a truly unique provision set within the stunning estate of Belvoir Castle. Situated across two sites, the school caters for pupils with a variety of needs including social, emotional and mental health needs and Autistic Spectrum Condition. We also have a high percentage of looked after and adopted children and we are specialists in working with children with attachment difficulties.

What makes us different is the way we interact with our pupils and how we deliver our curriculum. Working on high staff ratios, pupils receive truly bespoke educational experiences, tailored to their individual needs. We also utilise our farm and woodland settings as a tool for engagement and to reignite our pupils love for learning. Through doing this, we remove barriers, develop self-esteem and provide children with the opportunity to achieve accreditation in a wide array of academic and vocational subjects. Qualifications range from Entry Level – GCSE.

We believe that no young person should be failed as a direct result of their past experiences and complex histories, and we are committed to helping them overcome adversity and provide a positive influence upon their current and future lives.

What can we offer you?

- Free breakfast and lunch daily

- Free drinks all day

- Free staff end of term ‘do’

- Perks such at certain outlets for discounted cinema tickets, holidays, shopping etc.

- Health Shield (money back for dental, massages, physio, optical etc)

- 3 paid ‘duvet days’/ ‘wellbeing days’ off each year

- A collaborative ethos, working with other schools in our organisation and

colleagues

- Competitive salary

- High quality CPD, regular supervisions and coaching with highly trained line

managers

- Annual performance reviews with opportunity for development and salary increase

- Opportunities for career development and professional qualification

opportunities.

- A thorough induction process

- Grounds and resources that can aid and support learning

- Enthused team that think outside of the box

- An opportunity to positively impact (to a great extent) the futures and lives

of our children

- A staff wellbeing and mental health focus throughout all our decisions

- Free car parking

- Uniform provided

- Access to discount, cashback and voucher scheme 

If you would like to come for a tour or find out any more information, please contact the office on: catherine@theplaceindependentschool.co.uk