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Learning Support Assistant
Columbus School and College
£13,852.92
Permanent, Part Time
31.83 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
September 2022 Start
Graded as 'outstanding' by Ofsted, Columbus is a leading all-age special school for children and young people aged 3-19 with severe and profound learning difficulties based in Chelmsford, Essex. We deliver an outstanding education to students in our impressive, purpose-built environment.
We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated individual to work as a Learning Support Assistant with children and young people aged 3 to 19 years who have a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities.
You could be required to work on either campus in partnership with class teachers to support pupils with severe and complex needs and to support their learning including supporting pupils in lessons, at swimming, playtime leisure and lunchtimes, and preparing teaching resources and displays.
The successful applicants will have a good standard of education, particularly in literacy and numeracy. If you feel you have these qualities we would love to hear from you!
We would strongly encourage you to visit the school - please contact the Office Manager on 01245 491492 to arrange.
Closing date: 31st July 2022
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV's. Apply today.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.
Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.