Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Cherry Tree Primary School and Nursery has an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our team.

The hours are 8.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., Monday to Friday, term time only (32.5h per week).

Salary: Scale 4 (Range 6-7) Actual Salary £15,503 - £15,803 p.a. including paid annual leave which must be taken during school closure periods.

Applications close: noon, Friday, 8th July, 2022 Interviews: w/b 11th July, 2022

Start date: 1st September 2022

School

Cherry Tree Primary School is a two form Primary School located in Church Road, Basildon. We are one of the eight schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.

(Please read the person specification and job description for more information.)

The successful applicants will:

· be experienced within a primary school setting,

· be passionate about developing children's individual talents and skills,

· be resilient and have a positive nature,

· have high expectations of self and others,

· demonstrate a genuine love of learning for self and others.

We can offer you:
· the opportunity to work in a school where every day is different and your knowledge and experience will be valued and support our children to achieve their best.
· a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success or all children and staff
· a commitment to continued professional development
· Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.
Please note: at Cherry Tree Primary School, support staff wear a staff uniform.

Application

Visits can be arranged by contacting Mrs. Maynard on admin@cherrytree-pri.essex.sch.uk or by 'phone 01268 523017.

Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered. Previous applicants should not re-apply.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer. Should you require any further documentation please do not hesitate to contact us.

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.