SEN Teaching Assistant

‘..Through learning to learn, pupils will access society....’Are you ready to grow your career in SEND? We are seeking caring, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our growing team. Whether you are experienced or looking for a rewarding career change, this is a genuine opportunity to support pupils with additional needs to achieve their potential. Fitzwaryn School is widely recognised as an outstanding provider of education within Oxfordshire for pupils aged 3-19 years whose Special Educational Needs range from Moderate Learning Difficulties through to profound and multiple learning difficulties. Our school is warm, ambitious and highly resourced, offering a supportive, therapeutic environment where staff are encouraged to grow and make a real impact. Fitzwaryn at St John’s The development of Fitzwaryns’ satellite provision at St John’s School marks an exciting new chapter for us. Two purpose-built centres, located within a mainstream setting just four minutes from the main site, will expand capacity and enable up to 40 additional pupils to benefit from the school’s outstanding provision. What we Offer Competitive salary Full induction programme and ongoing CPD, including specialist SEN training Paid wellbeing days, free flu vaccinations and on-site parking Flexible working options (part-time or job share considered) Local Government Pension (LGPS) Cycle to Work Scheme Employee assistance programme Refer-a-friend scheme (earn up to £500) A strong, therapeutic and supportive school culture About the Role Working pattern: 8:45-15:15 Monday-Friday, including a 30 minutes unpaid lunchbreak. We support flexible working and will consider part-time hours, as long as availability includes the beginning and/and end of each working day, which are essential for this role. Support pupils with SLD, PMLD and ASD in the classroom and across school Assist with learning activities, therapy programmes and IEP targets Support enrichment activities (swimming, PE, com