SEND Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Term time only - 16.25 per week (5 afternoons 12.00pm - 3.15pm)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in our friendly and supportive school. We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work with a child in our Foundation Stage who has complex needs. Previous experience of working with children with SEND would be an advantage but not essential as training can be given.

Suitable candidates would need

· An empathetic, kind and caring nature

· have a patient and positive attitude towards supporting pupils' learning

· be conscientious and enthusiastic at all times

· be able to work on own initiative

· have a clear understanding of positive behaviour management.

The rate of pay for this post is Local Government Pay Scale Band 2, point 3 - 4 (Actual Pay range £9.36 - £9.55 per hour. Salary awarded depending on experience and qualifications)

If you think this job may be for you and would like any further information please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Tina Harris on 01245 442031.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 6th October (midnight)

Shortlisting on Monday 7th October

Interview date: Friday 11th October

Information about the School

Attain Academy Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture, or disability. You must be a UK resident, have the right to work in the UK, and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.

Our Vision: Working together towards success for all

Attain Academy Partnership aims to provide an outstanding education for all children in all schools, relevant to the world in which they live. We would like all members of Attain to become:

• Ambitious, capable learners who are resilient and independent

• Enterprising, creative contributors who have a real love of learning

• Ethical, informed citizens who value differences and inclusively

• Healthy, confident individuals who contribute to a mutually supportive environment

We want to create a community of outstanding schools with the highest aspiration and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for all our learners:

• An unshakable belief in the intrinsic value of every individual within our community

• Exciting and creative climates for learning within a safe and supportive environment

• Sustainable collaboration and sharing of best practice

• Personal and professional development for all members of staff

• Accountability based on honesty and responsibility in all our relationships

We believe:

• That every pupil deserves a good education that enables them to be the best they can possibly be

• That every individual in our community of schools (our pupils, staff, families, carers and friends) is important and has something to contribute

• In building an exciting and creative climate for learning within a safe and supportive environment

• In working together and sharing best practice

• In ensuring the personal and professional development for all members of staff so that they have a rewarding and a fulfilling career within our community of schools

• In accountability based on honesty and responsibility in all our relationships

A copy of our child protection policy and practices, a copy of our policy on employing ex-offenders, the recruitment and selection policy statement which includes data protection information and privacy notice for applicants can be found on www.attain.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.