Learning Support Assistant
Newtown Linford Primary School
Tenure: Fixed Term until 25th August 2025
Contracted Hrs: 21.67 hours per week
Salary: Grade 5, Pts 7 to 8 (£11,628 - £11,822)Start Date: ASAPAn exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Newtown Linford Primary School as a Learning Support Assistant on a fixed term basis until 25th August 2025.The Learning Support Assistant is responsible for providing support to both our pupils and teachers to provide a high-quality learning experience. The successful candidate will be required to work 8.40am – 1.00pm, Monday to Friday and your duties will include assisting with whole class activities, working with small groups, and providing 1:1 support to students with SEN.
The role of LSA within the school is an important and rewarding role, it provides vital support to those students who need it and the opportunity to access learning as part of the usual school day. We are looking to appoint a well-motivated; flexible, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about providing high quality provision to our pupils and support to the Teachers within the school.
The role is a rewarding one with the successful candidates having the opportunity to positively develop and encourage our pupils in both their academic and social life. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their own practice whilst working with experienced teachers throughout the week.
The ideal candidate will:- Be NVQ Level 2 qualified or have equivalent experience of supporting teaching and learning in an educational setting.
- Have the ability to take direction from the Class Teacher to ensure all tasks and learning is undertaken within and outside the classroom.
- Have the motivation and passion for being part of a successful school team.
- Have good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Have the ability to contribute to the progression of learning and school life.
- Have the ability to communicate effectively.
- Opportunity to work within a supportive team
- Opportunities for career development with access to apprenticeship and training schemes
- Generous annual leave entitlements
- Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (24% contribution by the employer)
- Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)
- Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme
Applications
If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the school please contact the Head Teachers Kirsten Kennedy, prior to applying:To apply for one of the positions:- Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
- Apply using the online application form
- Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position
Application Closing Date: 9am, Tuesday 1st October 2024
Provisional Interview Date: Wk commencing 7th October 2024
We look forward to receiving your application!SAFEGUARDING…
Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to be-have in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.
Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
WE ARE ALL UNIQUE…
At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging. We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.