Learning Support Assistant
Term Time + Inset Days (39 weeks)
30 hours a week
Fixed Term Until 21st August 2022
Grade 5, Point 7 to 8 (£13,076- £13,339)
Start Date: As soon as possible, to be discussed at Interview
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and caring Learning Support Assistant to join us at Church Hill Infant School on a fixed term basis until August 2022. The fixed term nature of the role is in relation to cover that is required within the school for the remainder of the academic year.
We are looking to appoint a well-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is committed to providing high quality provision to our pupils and the Class Teacher. The role will involve working as a general year group based LSA, who will support the Classroom Teacher in managing the class whilst also supporting the SEN needs within the group.
The ideal candidate for the role will be NVQ Level 2 qualified or equivalent with experience of supporting teaching and learning in an educational setting. We welcome application from those who hold a HLTA qualification however, our focus is on recruiting the right individual. We are looking for someone with the willingness to learn and the determination and drive to enhance our pupils learning experiences.
The ability to take direction from the Class Teacher to ensure all tasks and learning is undertaken within and outside of the classroom will be essential to being successful in this role.
If you are interested in this role, please do take a look at our job pack and job description which provides further information.
Applications
To apply for this position please submit your application along with a supporting statement to explain your suitability and reasons why you are applying for the role.
Application Closing Date: 9am, Thursday 10th February 2022
Provisional Interview Date: Tuesday 22nd February 2022
We look forward to receiving your application!
• We are committed to the safeguarding of our pupils, appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks being completed, this includes a criminal record (DBS check)
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK to work for our Trust, you will be asked to provide this evidence if you are shortlisted for interview
• We are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of any of the protected characteristics or disadvantaged by conditions or requirements that cannot be shown to be justifiable
Church Hill Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.