Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Required January 2022

27.5 hrs per week (Monday to Friday)

Band 2, Scale point 3-5

39 Working Weeks per annum (44.3 Paid Weeks per annum)

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is passionate about pupils' learning, enjoys being with children, has a positive attitude, and is able to work as part of a friendly and dedicated team.

Our pupils are looking for a warm, caring and supportive person who is able to support them in feeling safe and enabling them to enjoy and learn during their time at the School.

The post holder will work with pupils who have learning, social and physical difficulties and support them across the curriculum.

Prior experience of working with children with special educational needs is beneficial, but not essential.

Applicants should be willing to attend manual handling training and specific training to meet individual student needs, potentially including some personal care.

This role will include an element of lunchtime supervision for high needs children.

What we offer:

Enthusiastic children who are eager and ready to learn.

Strong values that are the core of all that we do.
Supportive teachers, parents and governors who are committed to the school.

A positive and supportive learning environment that promotes continual professional development.

A friendly, welcoming team both within the school and as part of the Bridge Academy Trust

Essential qualities:

Be dedicated to meeting the needs of all the pupils in your care.

Be reflective and always look for ways to improve your practice.

Have the energy and enthusiasm to make the difference.

Closing date 10th December 2021

Interview Date Monday 13th December 2021

Further details are available from the school website: www.mildmay-jun.essex.sch.uk

t: 01245 250019 or e: admin@mildmay-jun.essex.sch.uk

www.bridgeacademytrust.org
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

Information about the School

Mildmay Primary School is the result of a merger between the two long-standing and successful Mildmay schools that have provided primary education to the community for over 50 years. We intend to provide the highest quality educational experience in the area for children aged 3-11 years in order that, for generations to come, children can look back at their time at Mildmay with fondness, pride and happy memories; much like the generations who have gone before.

Mildmay Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

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.