Job Description
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We are looking to appoint a Learning Support / Nurture Assistant to join our amazing team to provide flexible and preventative intervention for children who have difficulties stemming from a lack of nurture. We aim to provide a bridge between home and school that allows the children to feel safe, explore boundaries and develop key skills needed to achieve their full potential in class.
The role would be to support in class - five mornings a week, as well as support the day-to-day running of The Beehive - our in-school Nurture Unit - five afternoons a week.
We are looking for a special person with the following skills:
To demonstrate a clear understanding of attachment and nurture.
Be able to enforce and maintain clear and consistent boundaries in line with the school's Behaviour Management Policy.
Be committed and passionate about the wellbeing of our vulnerable children.
Have knowledge of, and adhere to, the school's Safeguarding Policy.
Be proactive, organised and a good team-player.
Be able to adapt and use your initiative in response to certain situations.
Take direction from supervisors.
Work collaboratively as part of a class and school team.
GCSE Grade C or above, or equivalent in Maths and English.
As a school we can offer:
Development of your skills, interests and career through practical involvement and CPD opportunities.
Collaborative working with other schools.
Outstandingly behaved, happy and receptive children who are keen to learn, and love creativity and sport.
A strong Catholic Ethos, through which all are valued.
"A Good school with Outstanding strengths" (Ofsted November 2017)
"An Outstanding Diocesan School" (Section 48 Inspection April 2018)
Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For further information and to request an application pack please contact Mrs Tina Lilley, Personnel Officer at the school: 01268 470444 or email admin@st-anneline-jun.essex.sch.uk,