Job Description

Application closing date
23/10/2025
Location
Halifax
Salary
25,185 Pro rata
Package
30 hours per week, term time only
Job category/type
Schools

Job description
We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic, highly motivated and capable SEND support assistant to play a key role in school, supporting a child with complex needs (with an EHC Plan) currently in year 1.




The post is for 30 hours per week (8:45 - 15:15) and is subject to the pupil remaining in school and the continuation of the EHC Plan.



The successful applicant will be required to support the class teacher in the development and implementation of various strategies to facilitate learning and manage behaviour in line with the pupils' needs and abilities.



You will have:



Experience of working with children with SEND needs The ability to support and lead learning Patience and the ability to relate well to children A good sense of humour Excellent communication and organisational skills The ability to show initiative, work independently and as part of a team A willingness to work with outside agencies Skills in behaviour management of children A willingness to undertake any appropriate training



We can offer:



A caring and positive working atmosphere A staff culture where everyone is encouraged to succeed and develop Appreciative pupils and supportive Governors, parents and community



Application forms are available from Adele Halstead, Senior Administrator, using the following email address: admin@salterhebble.calderdale.sch.uk.



Completed application forms should also be returned to this address.



The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.




Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

Closing Date: 23rd October 2025 at Midday

Shortlisting: 24th October 2025

Interview Date: 4th November 2025