Job Description
Download printable version
Purfleet Primary Academy
Are looking for a dedicated and committed
SEND Learning Support Assistant
31.25 Hours per week (8.30-3.15pm Mon-Fri)
Thurrock Pay Scales (Point 4-10)
(Actual salary £14,279-£16,117)
Salary awarded depending on experience and qualifications
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our dedicated and hardworking team to support a pupil with complex needs. Experience of working with children who are have SEMH difficulties or who has experience in play therapy is essential to this post.
Suitable applicants will need to be able to work as part of a team following a structured programme of learning. Applicants should be organised and show initiative and flexibility, be patient and understand the very confidential nature of this role.
The successful candidate must have GCSE English and Maths at grades A-C or an equivalent qualification. Preferably the successful candidate will also be NVQ level 3 qualified and have experience or qualification of working with children with ASD. Experience of dealing with children with individual and complex needs is essential as is a caring attitude and commitment to the role.
If you feel this is the role for you, then please contact Nicki Cocks on 01375 802700 or on admin@purfleetprimary.co.uk for an application form or to arrange a visit.
Closing date for applications: 25th September 2020
Interviews to be held: W/C 28th September 2020
The interview process will include a short task.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Information about the School
This is a very exciting time to be part of Purfleet Primary Academy. Standards are rising, pupil numbers are increasing and we are now a fully three form entry school.
Our Headteacher took up post in October 2018, and heads an enthusiastic and committed school leadership team who are leading the drive to raise standards. We are a friendly and supportive school where the children come first and everyone works hard to improve outcomes for all. Our children are encouraged to be the best they can be at all times and their safety and well-being is, of course, paramount. If you want to join a school where all staff believe that no child's past or present circumstances should determine their future, why not come and join us?