Learning Support Assistant / 1:1

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant/1:1 - (SEN)

Thurrock Band 2 Point 5 (£16,881 FTE)

25 hours per week term time only

Start date: As soon as possible

Do you want to work in an outstanding primary school?

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic LSA to work in the classroom and as specific support for a child with MLD and other complex needs on a one to one basis. The role is hard work and challenging, but the rewards are immense. A willingness to learn, coupled with good interpersonal skills and a desire to make a difference in the lives of children are the main attributes required. Experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs would be an advantage.

Dilkes Academy is an 'outstanding' school (Ofsted, April 2012) and became a National Teaching School in April 2013. Dilkes Academy offers fantastic professional development opportunities. Application forms are available on our school website, www.dilkesacademy.org.uk Application forms should be sent direct to the school. For any enquiries, please contact the school on 01708 852128.

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.

Closing Date: Friday 8th February 2019

Interview Date: Thursday 14th February 2019

Information about the School

Our pupils are aged 3 – 11, ranging from Nursery to Year 6, and mainly live in the area surrounding the school.

At Dilkes we want our children to be happy, confident and to share a passion for learning. We help them to achieve highly and make outstanding progress.

We value every child and ensure that we foster the individuality of their interests and experiences. Our bespoke curriculum is carefully planned to enable us to teach all the National Curriculum subjects in a creative and inspiring way. We engage children in a range of activities that enable them to develop their knowledge and skills, and equip them for life beyond school.

We are very proud of the achievements of our pupils, and this pride is echoed by the pupils themselves. We strive to continue to build on the outstanding provision that Dilkes Academy offers.

"We strive to ensure high achievement and a happy educational experience for every child."

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.