About this role
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant.
The ideal candidate will be one who is committed to developing pupil potential, be a team player and have excellent communication skills to work positively with children, parents and staff. Appropriate and accurate use of English in written and oral communications and good organisational skills are also required.
The role is for 32.5 hours a week, working 5 days, starting at 8:30am, covering lunchtime, and finishing at 3.30pm. The contract is for 38 weeks of the year, term time only, including staff training days.
The successful candidate will work closely with the other members of the school team to provide the highest quality inclusive education across the school.
Additional information
- Applicants for this public facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse and provide effective help or advice in fluently spoken English.
- Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Internet searches will also be carried out prior to interview.
- Those who were born or have lived outside the UK may need to acquire additional overseas checks, which will be the responsibility of the candidate.
- Experience of working in a school is desirable.
- CV's and Personal statements are not accepted for any posts based in schools.
- Please ensure that references include your most recent employer and that the contact email is their professional NOT their personal email address.
Successful applicants may be called to interview before the closing date and as such the advert may be withdrawn earlier than stated so early applications are encouraged.
Visits to the school are welcomed, please contact [email protected] or call the school office to book an appointment.
Pioneer Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the wellbeing of all our staff.