Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant

Start date: As soon as possible. This is a temporary contract until the end of the academic year. There is a possibility that for the right candidate the position will be extended.

Pay band 2 point 5

8.45am - 3.15 pm Monday - Friday, 30 hours a week

Term Time only

Closing date 21st September 2018 Interviews 26th September 2018

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant who is enthusiastic, passionate and open minded to working with students of any age and ability. 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 children

· 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.

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, medical check and two references. Bonnygate Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Please do not send in any CV's. All applications must be on our application form.

Please download an application pack or telephone the school for more information:

T: 01708 853316

E: admin@bonnygateprimary.thurrock.sch.uk

W: www.bonnygateprimary.co.uk

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.