Job Description

Ref: SCH-WDT-0407

43 day(s) remaining

Establishment:

Yew Tree Primary Academy

Location:

Halewood

Salary:

17,971.66 + SEN Allowance (1,132.94)

Department:

SEN

Job Type:

Part Time

Key Stage:

Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2

Closing Date:

07/11/2025 12:00

Interview Date:

11/11/2025

Start Date:

as soon as possible
Additional Information

Contract Type:

Fixed Term (31/08/2026)

Contract Term:

TTO - Term time only

Hours per Week:

32.50

Weeks per Year:

43.700

Pay Grade:

NJC Grade, 1 SCP 2 (24,413 FTE) + SEN Allowance 1,539 FTE
The Role


We are seeking to appoint committed and driven Classroom Support Assistants to join our school team.


Candidates should be suitably qualified and have experience of working with pupils who have ASD/ADHD/SEMH/Complex Needs. The successful candidates must be highly committed and show initiative.


Candidates will:

Be enthusiastic about working with children from 3-11 years Act as a positive role model Be energetic and imaginative Have undertaken Team Teach training Be supportive of the pupils, class and school


We can offer you fantastic, eager children and supportive parents. Our dynamic and friendly staff are passionate about raising standards and aspirations for all children. Our school is well resourced and has a supportive and reflective Senior Leadership Team, Governing Body and Multi Academy Trust. We have a whole school commitment to professional development, as we believe that development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our pupils. As a member of the Wade Deacon Trust, we can offer you numerous exciting opportunities to further develop your career.


The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance.


Qualifications

Qualification Title

Grade

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent
Essential


Skills

Relevant Skills

The ability to prioritise and organise own workload
Essential


Relate to and work with others as a member of a team
Essential


The ability to assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans.
Essential

Experience/Knowledge

Proven track record of working with children and young people
Essential


Understanding of inclusion, especially within a school setting
Essential


Understanding of principles of child development, learning styles and independent learning
Essential

Organisational Fit

A commitment to student-centred education
Essential


High motivation and professional commitment
Essential


A commitment to involving parents as partners in the education process
Essential

Personal Attributes

Ability to listen to and understand others.
Essential

Safeguarding Information


The Wade Deacon Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure. All applicants should read the school's Safeguarding/Child Protection policy and Safer Recruitment Policy, which are available on our websites.


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Yew Tree Primary Academy


The Avenue

Halewood

Knowsley

L26 1UU



Cathy Graham


c.graham@yewtreeknowsley....