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High Need Learning Support Assistant
Required: September 2018 Temporary 1 year contract. Pay band 2 8.30am - 3.05 pm Monday, 8.50am - 3.05pm Tuesday - Friday, 25 hours and 20 minutes per week
Term Time only
We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant who is enthusiastic, passionate and open minded to working with students who have special needs. The successful candidate will work primarily on a one-to-one basis with a child with Special Educational Needs. They will have high expectations and be committed to pupils' learning and well-being.
We are particularly looking for someone who:
· has experience of working with pupils, particularly those with special educational needs, including Autism
· Is a creative, enthusiastic and energetic practitioner and a real team player.
· Can communicate with pupils, staff and parents effectively, both verbally and in a written form.
· Is someone who can use agreed teaching and learning strategies consistently, yet also respond to educational needs in the 'here and now' to enhance learning opportunities within a lesson.
· has empathy and can understand varying perspectives
We offer the opportunity of working in a school with:
Friendly and enthusiastic pupils
A supportive and dedicated team
Access to training and professional development
Good resources.
The candidates will preferably have relevant NVQ qualifications or equivalent. They must have a good standard of English and Mathematics (GCSE grade c plus or equivalent) and basic computer skills. Successful applicants will be required to sit a basic skills test as part of the interview process.
Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged via the school office.
Information about the School
Bonnygate Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to an enhanced DBS check (formally CRB), medical check and two references. Bonnygate Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged; please telephone the school office as soon as possible to arrange a meeting.
Bonnygate Primary is situated near to main transport links, the M25 and A13. We are a friendly school with 410 pupils on roll, including a well resourced nursery. We are committed to enabling children to attain ther potential by providing a curriculum that is stimulating, enjoyable, fun and exciting.
Please download an application pack from our website or contact the school office.