Learning Support Assistant
What skills and experience we're looking for
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be working with SEN students, including those with an EHCP, helping them to progress, achieve their targets and participate in the wider life of the school.
We are seeking individuals with an enthusiastic approach to learning, who believe they can make a difference to children who have additional needs. Our ideal candidate will be able to inspire those around them to be ambitious and use their full potential.
What the school offers its staff
What you can expect from us:
- Fabulous students who are motivated and interested, keen to learn and enthusiastic
- A trusting partnership with supportive parents
- An outstanding ethos where students achieve, have a strong sense of belonging and participate in learning, enrichment and the community
- A comprehensive induction process, tailored to your role and previous experience
- A structured programme of targeted, whole school or bespoke professional development, including leadership development
- Opportunities to work with and in other schools
- Friendship, support and interaction with a vibrant and caring staff team with a commitment to improving children’s lives
- Strong leadership, a culture of high expectation and clarity of strategic school development.
- The chance to be a part of a sustainable project, with a focus on high quality education, ambition for every child and supportive staff.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.