Blenheim Schools
1-2-1 Specialist Learning Support Practitioner
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Location: Cumnor House School
Job Title: 1-2-1 Specialist Learning Support Practitioner
Contract: Fixed Term Contract - Full-Time (This is a FTC until July 3rd 2026 with potential to extend)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £21,280 to 22,800 Per Annum, Based on Experience
Start Date: ASAP
About Cumnor House
Here at Cumnor House, we are dedicated to giving our children the perfect platform to achieve their potential. Our philosophy is to ensure that each pupil at Cumnor House is given the opportunity to develop not just on an educational level, but also socially. Therefore, our curriculum contains varied subjects and activities, ensuring that every child gets the most out of the time they spend at school.
By striking the perfect balance between disciplined learning practices and a friendly atmosphere we can be confident in providing the perfect environment for our children to flourish.
Role Purpose
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to inspire our children. The purpose of this role is to provide consistent, structured one to one support to enable a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and ASD to access learning, regulate emotions and develop independence. The post holder will implement EHCP strategies to address sensory, attention, fine motor and coordination needs, reduce barriers to learning and support social communication, emotional wellbeing and engagement across all areas of school life.
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Key Responsibilities
What you will be doing
- Provide consistent one to one support for a Year 4 pupil in line with the outcomes and provision detailed in the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
- Support the pupil's access to the curriculum by adapting tasks, instructions and resources to meet their individual learning, sensory and attention needs.
- Implement agreed strategies to support emotional regulation, attention, executive functioning and positive behaviour, using approaches appropriate for pupils with ASD and ADHD and in accordance with EHCP.
- Work closely with the class teacher to plan, deliver and review support, ensuring inclusion within the classroom and wider school activities wherever possible.
- Monitor, record and report on the pupil's progress against EHCP targets, contributing to reviews, meetings and documentation as required.
- Promote independence, self-confidence and social communication skills, encouraging the pupil to develop strategies to manage their own learning and behaviour.
- Support transitions throughout the school day, including movement between lessons, break times and changes to routine, helping the pupil to feel secure and prepared.
- Liaise effectively with parents, SENCo and external professionals, maintaining clear communication and consistency of approach.
- Ensure the safety, wellbeing and dignity of the pupil at all times, adhering to school policies on safeguarding, confidentiality and health and safety.
- Reflect on practice and engage in relevant training to maintain a strong understanding of ASD, ADHD and inclusive education.
- Promote safeguarding, health and safety and the school's ethos at all times
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What you'll bring
Essential Skills And Experience
- Understanding of child development and learning processes.
- Awareness of different types of SEN and strategies to support them.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
- Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
- Patience, empathy and resilience when working with children facing challenges.
- Ability to follow teacher guidance while also using initiative
- A caring and supportive nature.
- Flexible and adaptable approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and equality of opportunity.
- Enthusiasm for helping children reach their full potential.
Cumnor House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date.
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