The Rowans AP Academy – Primary SEN Provision

Behaviour and Learning Support Assistant

To start ASAP – Come and join our inspirational team and make a difference to the lives of young people

BEHAVIOUR AND LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT (SEN)

33 hours per week, term-time only plus staff training days

Salary: Salary scale C1 (£23,983-£29,777) pro rata + Special Needs Allowance of £1,455

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an inspirational team recently rated outstanding in all areas by Ofsted (Nov 2021)

The inspiring Change SEN Primary Provision is a new provision opened in September 2023 and is part of The Inspiring Change Trust.  The Primary SEN provision caters for pupils who have an Education, Health and Care Plan with their main need being Social, Emotional and Mental Health.

The school is currently in a temporary purpose-built provision on the site of The Rowans AP Academy and the school benefits from sharing the resources of the secondary provision.

Currently there are two classes of pupils who benefit from a creative and personalised curriculum and a trauma informed approach from all staff.  Teachers and pupils are supported by skilled behaviour and learning support assistants.

At The Rowans we;

• emphasise the need for the curriculum and teaching to be adapted to each child to meet their individual and diverse needs, with a high pupil to adult ratio.
• support the progress of pupils through daily tailored therapeutic and academic interventions and prioritise emotional well-being and self-regulation whilst identifying academic gaps and ensuring precision teaching to plug the gaps.
• through a nurturing ethos, foster a strong sense of community where children can build positive relationships, learn from one another, and develop essential social skills, emotional regulation and resilience through a trauma informed approach.
• offer high quality teaching from teachers who are trained to deliver high-quality learning that aligns with the national curriculum while being flexible and adaptable to meet the diverse needs of our pupils.
• Promote positive behaviour choices
• believe that parents and carers are essential partners in their child's education. We encourage open communication and collaboration between school and home to ensure the best outcomes for the pupils and collaborate openly with external agencies.
• believe in continuous professional development for all staff to enhance their understanding of SEMH issues and effective support strategies, whilst ensuring an unrelenting focus on all areas of the curriculum and pupil progress.

Our school is more than just an educational provision; it's a place where children can grow, learn, and thrive in an environment that truly understands and cares for them.

We are looking to appoint someone with an understanding of the needs of pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and who can inspire and encourage pupils to get the best learning experience. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand new inspirational and ambitious team with a strong vision.

Applicants should:

• Have a commitment to supporting all pupils and an understanding of the needs of pupils with SEMH
• Have at least a Level 2 qualification in both Maths and English.
• Be able to use their own initiative, be passionate and work well as part of a team.
• Enjoy challenging, supporting and motivating pupils and believe in our core purpose.
• Be highly motivated and have passion, integrity and enthusiasm to work as part of a cohesive team

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All staff will be required to have an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Deadline for applications – Monday 11th November 2024

Application forms for this post can be downloaded from our website below and should be returned to recruitment@therowansap.co.uk