Vacancy Details

Job Ref No. ECC7054-41S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Band 2 Points 11-16

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 16/10/2015 Midday Date of Interviews: Monday 2nd November

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant

Salary LGS Band 2 Point 11-16 (depending on experience)

Actual salary £9,003 to £10,046

Commencing as soon as possible

Glenwood School is a thriving community special school providing for learners aged 3 - 19 years with complex learning difficulties (SLD, PMLD, ASD) N.O.R 130. Many learners require high levels of support, which may include personal and health care needs and or behaviour which challenges others.This is an opportunity to join a supportive and committed staff team. We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who is positive, enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about valuing individuals.

Please note the post holder's duties will also involve supporting young people in all aspects of personal care both on the school site and when out in the community.

Glenwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. The school adheres to all Local Authority procedures.

The post is for 26.5 hours per week, term time only. Working hours will be either 9:00 - 15:00 or 9:30 - 15:30, which will be set by the school. Applicants must be able to work either work pattern. One additional hour is required each month 15:30 - 16:30 for a staff meeting (Usually 1^st Wednesday of the month).

Visits to the school are expected as part of the application process.

Interviews will be held on Monday 2^nd November.

Closing date for applications is Friday 16^th October.

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.