Learning Support Assistant Band 2

Job Description

We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and caring learning support assistants to join our friendly and hardworking team.

Do you want to be a part of a team that is dedicated to providing positive and effective learning experiences for children who only deserve the very best?

The role could involve working as general in class support but also on a 1-1 or small group basis with children with a range of SEND.

The successful candidate will need:

· 3 or more GCSEs at A - C level (or equivalent) including English and Maths

· Experience in working with children

· The ability to build good relationships

· A supportive and caring nature

· Motivation to work with children with a range of special needs - e.g. related to speech, language and communication, social and emotional development including related behavioural needs and cognitive, learning and developmental needs.

· An ability to use your initiative but also be part of a team working both on a 1-1 basis with a child but also as group support as necessary.

· The ability to work with a range of professionals and liaise with others to ensure consistency in approach.

· A commitment to helping children fulfil their potential

The post is for 25 hours per week with the possibility of extending this further should this be required based on the role and potentially the needs of child.

The roles will be discussed at interview.

Closing Date: 8/7/22 (12:00 p.m.)

Interviews: Week beginning 11/7/22 TBC after shortlisting

Start date: September 22 (Start of new school year)

Enquiries to - admin@shawprimary.thurrock.sch.uk

School office: 01708 852367

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.