1-1 SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Required for immediate start or as soon as possible

Post: - 1-1 SEND Learning Support Assistant (KS1)

Location - Camulos Academy, Colchester

Employer - REAch2 Academy Trust

30 Hours - Mon - Fri 8.30am-3pm

Contract - Fixed Term

We are looking for an experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant for a position within our KS1 setting to help support a pupil with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

Camulos Academy opened in September 2016 in Colchester, Essex, as a new provision and we now have 13 classes. We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to provide support for some particular individual pupils but to also play an integral role within the KS1 setting and also in the development of our ever-growing school.

We will offer you:

- a stunning school environment which demonstrates 'Bringing Learning to Life'

- a friendly and supportive staff team who demonstrate very positive relationships with pupils and their families

- AMAZING children just waiting to meet you.

Founded in 2012, REAch2 Academy Trust is the largest primary-only academy trust in the country. It is a growing charitable organisation currently supporting 60 primary academies across England, including 2 in Colchester. REAch2 is a family, connected by a common desire to learn from each other, share experiences and be mutually supportive across the entire academy community. We work as a team to deliver exceptional learning opportunities for all pupils in REAch2.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

The successful applicant must:

· Enjoy working with challenge

· Be caring and flexible

· Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to fit it with our hard working team

· Have a good standard in literacy and numeracy skills - (at least GCSE Grade C or above)

· Have effective positive behaviour management strategies

· Have a strong desire to develop and learn for themselves

· Have previous experience of working in a school

Unfortunately due to current circumstances we will not be able to welcome you to visit the school prior to applying.

Closing Date: 13/10/2020 (midday)
Interview Date: 15/10/2020

Camulos Academy reserves the right to offer a post prior to closing for an exceptional candidate.

For futher information please contact

Mrs Tracy Allen

tracy.allen@camulosacademy.co.uk

01206-588588

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.