Skilled Practitioner

• Yoxford and Peasenhall School
• Address:Yoxford Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 3EU
• Salary:16.02 per hour

• Hours:25 hours per week*

• Contract:Fixed term until the end of the summer term July 2026. Required from 5 January 2026 or as soon as possible
• Reference: 0482

*8:30am 1pm Monday Friday with additional planning time.

We are pleased to offer a rewarding opportunity for a committed professional and approachable individual to join our team in a unique role with lots of scope for career development. The role would suit an individual with HLTA experience or someone looking to take the next step in their career in education. The role would provide a wealth of experience and opportunities to lead plan assess and teach in a small specialised group. This role is ideal for candidates with experience supporting children with special educational needs and challenging behaviours and who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in childrens lives. You will lead and deliver a daily nurture-based intervention programme for a small group of children working in close partnership with the class teacher to create a caring inclusive and engaging learning environment that promotes both personal and academic growth. We would welcome applicants with a range of experiences both personally and professionally.

You will:

• have strong relationship building skills and techniques

• be passionate about helping children reach their potential despite challenges

• be able to communicate clearly with children and adults verbally and in writing

• have experience of working with all ages of children in school

• be able to adhere to policies and procedures and follow GDPR guidelines

• be confident in supporting good behaviour and is confident in deploying a range of behaviour management strategies

• have a desire to participate in school and trust CPD opportunities

• have a full understanding of Safeguarding.

We will offer you:

• a comprehensive staff induction program

• full support and training from a wider team

• a wide range of staff benefits

• an extensive wellbeing support package

• opportunity for career progression within the trust

• personalised performance management

• a bespoke package of CPD as required.

Qualifications:

Essential: Grade C /4 level Numeracy and Literacy.

Essential: Has a basic level of computer literacy.

Desirable:A relevant HLTA qualification TA qualification or relevant experience.

Line manager: Academy Head.

Please read the Job Description (pdf)

For further information please email Gail Kirk on or call.

Please complete the Application Form (word)