Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Required to support a child with challenging behaviour, 1:1 and also provide support to small groups of pupils

South Green Junior School values its Learning Support Assistants, providing high quality professional development with opportunities to extend the role and responsibilities within the school.

Our Learning Support Assistants have the highest professional standards in order to provide the very best progress and attainment for our children.

You will have:

· GCSE Maths/English or equivalent

· Experience of working with children who have SEND, who display challenging behaviour, in an educational setting

· Experience of adapting the curriculum for pupils with SEND.

· Experience of preparing special materials and resources.

· A strong work ethic.

Hours are 8.45 a.m. - 3.30 p.m. (term time only, with selected INSET days tbc) Monday to Friday inclusive and some lunchtime duties.

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical checks and enhanced DBS checks.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 21st September 2021

Interviews to be held: w/c 27th September 2021

Applications should be made through www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk.

Previous applicants need not apply.

If you require more information about the position or would like to view the school please contact the school office or Vicki Servantes (SENCO) on 01277 651897 or admin@southgreen-jun.essex.sch.uk

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.