Vacancy 

TA – SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) 

 

Fixed Term until July 2025 

 

Location 

Hamstel Infant School & Nursery, Hamstel Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS2 4PQ 

 

Salary 

Salary Range: Level 5, point 7-12, £22,369 - £24,496 pro rata (actual salary

£14,733 - £16,134) 

 

Hours of work 

28 hours and 45 mins (28.75 hours) per week, 8.30am to 3.15pm (with 1 hour unpaid

lunch break) term time only 

 

Start Date 

ASAP 

 

About the Role 

We are looking for someone to join our Inclusion Team as a Teaching Assistant - SEMH at our large Infant and Nursery school. Hamstel Infant School and Nursery prides itself on being a child focused, caring, inclusive community; one in which all stakeholders views are valued. We are proud to be held in high esteem by our families and the local community and wish to share this valued position with the right candidate. 

The main scope of the job will be: 

• Working closely with and under the direction of our school SENDCo, SEND teacher and the school’s Inclusion Support Lead 

• Support in classrooms to meet children’s SEND or SEMH needs and supporting teachers and other staff with appropriate strategies. 

• Supporting pupils to be included in the classroom and limiting time out of class. 

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The role requires the holder to be passionate and have experience with inclusion and hands-on practice of supporting children with complex needs and challenging behaviours. 

 

Information about the School 

At Hamstel Infant School and Nursery there is always a warm welcome awaiting you in an environment that is both happy and safe. Our special motto is ‘We Care…’ and this is fundamental to everyone and everything we do. Our school is an inclusive, caring and vibrant educational learning space that has grown to four forms of entry with a Nursery of 48 full-time equivalent places. 

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We have a fabulous team of committed and enthusiastic staff, all of whom are supported by the excellent resources we have on a spacious site, with well-resourced facilities and the expertise to provide the children with unique opportunities for learning. We have a large team of highly dedicated professionals who are committed to guiding the children’s learning and development to enable them to reach their full potential. Our team uses a whole school nurture approach to guide children with their personal and social skills in order to prepare them for life-long learning. 

We are a very inclusive school and pride ourselves in treating every child and family as individuals. We encourage all our children to achieve their best and grow into thoughtful, kind and considerate members of the school community and society as a whole. We take great pride in sharing our school’s many achievements and special awards to advance our skills and support others too 

 

Closing Date: Midday Thursday 26th September 2024 

Interviews: Tuesday 1st or Wednesday 2nd October 2024 

 

For further details or an application pack, please contact Mrs Rebecca Sanderson, Director of HR, Portico Academy Trust, Ronald Hill Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex SS9 2JB 

Telephone: 01702 987890 x310 

Email: recruitment@porticoacademytrust.co.uk 

 

Please include a cover letter with your application form, commenting on how you feel you meet the person specification criteria and providing an insight into your relevant experience. 

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and shortlisted candidates should be aware that the school will consider carrying out online searches as part of the due diligence on short listed candidates. 

 

Application Documents 

Support Staff Application Form 

TA – SEMH Job Description

TA – SEMH Person Specification

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Application Email 

Email: recruitment@porticoacademytrust.co.uk 

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Vacancy Position 

Midday Assistant 

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Temporary 

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Location 

Hamstel Infant School and Nursery, Hamstel Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS2 4PQ 

 

Salary 

Salary Range: Level 3, Points 3 to 5 £22,737 to £23,500 pro rata, (actual salary £5,209 to £5,383) 

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Hours of work 

11:30am to 1.30pm, Monday to Friday, totals 10 hours a week, term time only 

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Start Date 

ASAP 

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About the Role 

Portico Academy Trust aspires to be at the heart of the local communities it serves. We aim to deliver to local families an excellent primary education and create new opportunities for our pupils. To support the development of our team at Hamstel Infant School and Nursery, we are seeking to appoint a Midday Assistant to join us on our ongoing journey for continued school improvement. 

Hamstel Infant School and Nursery prides itself on being a child focused caring community; one in which all stakeholders’ views are valued. We are proud to be held in high esteem by our families and the local community and wish to share this valued position with the right candidate. 

The main scope of the job will be: 

• To work within a well-established and respected team. 

• To maintain the safety, welfare and good conduct of the pupils during the midday break. 

• To assist children in selecting their meal and sitting in an appropriate place in the Infant hall. 

• To assist children with eating their meal as appropriate. 

• To clear tables when meals are finished and clear up any associated spillages. 

• To uphold the schools’ behaviour expectations for maintaining good order. 

• To administer basic first aid as required. 

• To keep daily records of first aid administered, behaviour and sanctions employed together with any other relevant records that may be needed. 

• To provide pastoral care and guidance. 

• Where necessary and appropriate, to lead games and activities with the children. 

• To alert the Senior Midday Assistant (SMDA) and or the Headteacher of any concerns regarding an individual child or group of children. 

• To understand and apply school policies in relation to health, safety, safeguarding, welfare and behaviour of pupils. 

• To attend relevant training and meetings as required. 

• To respect confidentiality at all times. 

 

Information about the School 

At Hamstel Infant School and Nursery there is always a warm welcome awaiting you in an environment that is both happy and safe. Our special motto is ‘We Care…’ and this is fundamental to everyone and everything we do. Our school is an inclusive, caring and vibrant educational learning space that has grown to four forms of entry with a Nursery of 60 full-time equivalent places. 

We have a fabulous team of committed and enthusiastic staff, all of whom are supported by the excellent resources we have on a spacious site, with well-resourced facilities and the expertise to provide your child with unique opportunities for learning. We have a large team of highly dedicated professionals who are committed to guiding the children’s learning and development to enable them to reach their full potential. Our team uses a whole school nurture approach to guide children with their personal and social skills in order to prepare them for life-long learning. 

We are a very inclusive school and pride ourselves in treating every child and family as individuals. We encourage all our children to achieve their best and grow into thoughtful, kind and considerate members of the school community and society as a whole. We take great pride in sharing our school’s many achievements and special awards to advance our skills and support others too 

 

Closing Date: 3rd November 2024 

Interviews: Thursday 7th and Friday 8th November 

 

For further details or an application pack, please contact Mrs Rebecca Sanderson, Director of HR, Portico Academy Trust, Ronald Hill Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex SS9 2JB 

Telephone: 01702 987890 

Email: recruitment@porticoacademytrust.co.uk 

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Please include a cover letter with your application form, commenting on how you feel you meet the person specification criteria and providing an insight into your relevant experience. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and shortlisted candidates should be aware that the school will consider carrying out online searches as part of the due diligence on short listed candidates. 

 

Application Documents 

Support Staff Application Form 

MDA Job Description 

MDA Person Specification

 

Application Email 

Email: recruitment@porticoacademytrust.co.uk