Job description

Position:Special Needs Assistant

Salary: Scale 6, points 18-20

Hours of work: Part Time 33.43 hours per week – Term Time Only

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: Thursday, 16th July 2026 12 noon

Interviews: Friday 17th July 2026

Start date : September 2026

The Head teacher and Governors wish to appoint, as soon as possible, a scale 6 special needs SNA who is prepared to provide support for learners, teachers and the school in order to raise standards of achievement for all by utilising advanced levels of knowledge and skills when assisting with planning, monitoring, assessing and managing classes, and to encourage learners to become independent, to provide support for their welfare, and to support the inclusion of learners in all aspects of our school life. This post will have a particular focus on supporting with positive behaviour management within the school and will involve undertaking positive handling training at an advanced level.

The successful candidates will:

Demonstrate a deep understanding of the educational and emotional needs of pupils with diverse learning requirements.
Possesses excellent communication skills to establish positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
Exhibit strong organisational abilities and the capacity to manage individualised education plans effectively.
Show flexibility, adaptability, and resilience when faced with challenges or changing circumstances.

In return, we can offer you:

Excellent professional development opportunities
A chance to help define the school and progress your career.
SEND training including positive handling and positive behaviour support training.
A supportive community and a committed team of staff that are equally determined to give students the best possible opportunities.

Completed applications to be sent to lisa.rustean@vale.haringey.sch.uk.

In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CV’s.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

As a school, we embrace diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.