Who are we:
Severndale Specialist Academy is a multi-site Academy catering for children with special educational needs in Shropshire. Our children and young people can access Severndale Specialist Academy from Nursery through to Sixth Form and have a range of learning difficulties and disabilities.
What is the purpose of the role:
The purpose of this role is to assist in interactive learning, promotion of personal development and ensure that the curriculum is achieved for the best possible outcome for the student within the academy. Under the instruction and guidance of the teaching staff, health staff and other professionals, to undertake educational activities and attend to the education, personal and social needs of the students in order to support their learning and development and to ensure their safety.
Skills required:
Ability to build good relationships with children, teachers and parents
Ability to cope with behaviour that can challenge, and learn strategies to support emotional regulation
Ability to encourage engagement and inclusion
Ability to think in a solution focused way
Strive for quality of best practice within our school values of Communication, Independence, Wellbeing and Inclusivity
You should be an enthusiastic and committed professional who is flexible and reliable and able to work on your own initiative, with the ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels, particularly as a member of a team. You should have the relevant skills and personal qualities such as being dynamic and proactive to undertake the range of duties and the ability to work accurately and consistently.
Academic Year 2025-26 working hours:
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 8.50am-3.40pm
Tuesday: 8.50-4.40pm
