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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced LSA to join our happy, vibrant learning community. The role will initially be to support a child with special educational needs, but may also involve group and class support.
Working 31 hours, 15 minutes per week
Monday to Friday 8.45 am to 3.30pm including 30 minutes lunch
Term time and Inset days
Level 4, Scale 13 to 18
Actual salary £12,676 - £13,754
The successful applicant will be:
An outstanding practitioner committed to raising standards and to developing every aspect of our children including their communication and language skills
Passionate about helping children to overcome barriers to their learning
Able to think creatively to make learning exciting and relevant
Highly organised and able to manage their time effectively
Reflective practitioners who are keen to develop and progress
Positive, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a wider team
Educated to at least GCSE level C or equivalent in Maths and English (an NVQ or equivalent in Learning Support or Early Years is also desirable)
We can offer:
Opportunities for a range of experiences and developmental opportunities across our large school of over 950 pupils
Fantastic resources and environment including a woodland area, 2 fields, a swimming pool and a cookery room
A focus on staff well-being as part the Learning in Harmony Trust putting staff first and providing many incentives and opportunities including the Perkbox scheme.
Applications will not be accepted via this website. Please contactTricia Cronk by emailing tcronk2.882@lihtrust.uk to obtain an application pack.
Visits to the school are welcome, please contact Tricia Cronk by emailing tcronk2.882@lihtrust.uk
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and the successful applicant will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate and supportive references.
Information about the School
Our large primary school is a happy, vibrant learning community situated in Southend-on-Sea.
The school is situated only 300m from the beach. We are blessed to have a large site with some fantastic facilities including our own swimming pool, Forest Schools area, environmental area and pond as well as two large playing fields.
Our community is a place of learning and friendship. We provide a happy and nurturing environment, so that as well as maturing into well-rounded, healthy young people, our children develop a passion for learning.
We are proud to be part of the Learning in Harmony Trust a values driven family of schools based in Southend and Newham.