Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Required September 2020

26¼ hours per week - term time only, five full days.

Maylandsea Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and capable learning support assistant to work in an EYFS classroom. You will be joining a team of hard working, friendly and adaptable LSAs working under the direction of the class teacher and the SENDCo. The role will involve specific support of an individual child with complex learning needs and potentially challenging behaviour. Previous experience working with children with young children and a knowledge of the Early Years curriculum is desirable. There will be an element of personal care required as part of this role. Suitable candidates will need to be able to work as part of a team and able to liaise with other members of staff. The successful applicant will be organised with good communication skills, able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility, be firm but patient and understand the professional nature of the role.

Qualifications: good numeracy and literacy skills - GCSE or equivalent in English and maths.

If you are interested, please email admin@maylandsea.essex.sch.uk and our Head of School / SENDCo will arrange a suitable time for an informal chat.

Closing date: 1st September

Interview date: TBA

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.