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1:1 SEND Teaching Partner (EYFS) - Gretton Primary School

Cheltenham

School: Gretton Primary School (Primary)
Address: Gretton, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Title: 1:1 SEND Teaching Partner (EYFS) - Gretton Primary School
Grade: Grade 3 (pts 4-6) £24,404 - £25,183 pa pro rata
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Part Time (30 hours)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until 12/04/2026)
Closing Date: 28/02/2025
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date: 28/04/2025

Gretton Primary is a small, happy and inclusive school dedicated to providing high-quality education and support for all students. We create a safe environment where children are able to achieve their full potential in all aspects of their learning and development. We achieve this by creating a learning environment which is stimulating and challenging, inclusive and nurturing but most of all enjoyable. We are proud of the broad nature of our curriculum and the emphasis we place on providing exciting opportunities outside of the classroom; for example, in sport, the arts and Forest Schools. We have a strong reputation in the local area and relationships with families are extremely positive, as parents and carers readily support the school and their children’s learning.

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Partner to support a child with communication and interaction needs who is joining our EYFS class in April 2025. The position is for 30 hours per week, 8.40am to 3.10pm, Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year, term time only. There will be an unpaid break of 30 minutes per day from 11.20am – 11.50am. The position is fixed term initially for 12 months and temporary whilst the pupil is on roll. The hours may be subject to change should the funding arrangements or needs of the child change.

We seek applications from Teaching Partners who are passionate about supporting children’s development with ability or expertise in the following:
- Experience of working with pupils in EYFS preferred.
- Experience of working with pupils with additional needs preferred.
- A secure understanding of pupil development.
- Some understanding of EHCP’s and My Plans, and how to tailor provision to meet these targets.
- Experience of supporting children’s in all aspects of their learning
- Experience of behaviour management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents & colleagues.
- A good team player who is able to use their own initiative, take on ideas and attend training as required.
- Patient, caring, enthusiastic and flexible in your approach

Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a positive difference in the life of pupils & contribute to their educational & personal development.
- Supportive & collaborative work environment within a dedicated team of teachers & support staff.
- Continuous professional development opportunities to enhance skills & knowledge.

Please visit the school website http://www.gretton.gloucs.sch.uk/ via the “About Us – Vacancies” tabs to access the standard application form, Person Specification and Job Description. Completed application forms should be e-mailed to: admin@gretton.gloucs.sch.uk by the due date.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit our school - please telephone the Headteacher, Mr Sallis, to arrange this or to discuss any aspects of the role (01242 602679)

We take up references prior to interview and all appointments are subject to a police check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 which requires the disclosure of criminal background of those with access to children. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 we request candidates to bring with them to interview evidence of their right to employment in the United Kingdom. Please see our website for our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders. The School will also carry out online searches for short listed candidates of publicly available information, including social media, prior to interview.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

 

 

Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacancies to apply. 

Closing date for applications: 28-02-2025

Salary: Grade 3 (pts 4-6) £24,404 - £25,183 pa pro rata

Hours Per Week: Part Time (30 hours)

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