Job Description

SEN Learning Support Assistant (12 hours per week, Thursdays and Fridays term time only) - Fixed Term until August 2018

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to work on a one to one basis with a Key Stage 2 child. The post is for 2 days a week during term time and is linked to the child's Education, Health and Care Plan until August 2018. Ideally the successful applicant would have some experience of working with children with autism and SEMH needs. This is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2018.

They will be required to:

• work as part of a team under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo.
• support the child with social, emotional and educational needs.
• have a good understanding of literacy, communication and numeracy development.
• have the ability to build effective relationships with staff, parents and children.
• show initiative and flexibility.
• have experience of working with children with autism
• have a good standard of literacy and numeracy.

Please be aware that there is a short timescale between the closing date of this advert and interview. Interviews will be held on 28th September 2017 and you will be contacted by telephone on 25th September 2017 if shortlisted.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the School Office on 01277 899298 to arrange a visit.

Dr Walker's C of E Primary School is committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of children and young people and expecst all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following Safer Recruitment procedures, all appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references

Information about the School

Are you the one we are looking for? If so, then don’t delay in applying!

Dr Walker’s Church of England Primary School is a small village Voluntary Controlled community school, in the heart of Fyfield, Ongar. We might be small, but have a lot to offer!

We are a creative school, where pupils are supported to become the best they can be. Pupils access the curriculum through additional fun activities such as dressing up days, hatching ducks, circus workshops, visiting zoo, residentials, initiatives, etc. and where appropriate participation in sporting events with local schools. Our school website evidences all our fun activities in the weekly newsletters (do have a look at how we are having fun, whilst learning!).

Our school aims to be An Exceptional Place to Flourish, where we work together to grow, progress, achieve and develop to become well-balanced British and global citizens; aspiring to live a life in all its fullness and to succeed. Our associated Christian Values aligned with the fundamental British Values.

The school has had a number of improvements over the last two years, inclusive of: • The building of two new classrooms (with aircon) • new playground multi-sports markings • multi-sports goalposts • an adventure trail • classrooms have been re-decorated • new access to KS2 classrooms • EYFS has had a make-over (inside and out!) and • new fencing to secure the school’s main entrance.

Why consider working at Dr Walker's? • We have smaller than usual class sizes and host year groups in mixed classes. • We seek excellence by ensuring a safe, dignified, and respectful learning environment, where diversity, differences, talents, and interests are celebrated. • We pride ourselves in our amazing, friendly and well-behaved pupils. • We believe that every school day counts and that every child is valued, nurtured and cared for. • Being affiliated with the Church of England, we preserve and develop its Christian ethos, principles and character and work in partnership with the local church (St Nicholas) and the Diocese of Chelmsford. • We emphasise the importance of dignity, respect, honesty, kindness, courtesy and consideration. • We have a very supportive Governing Body. • We place a high premium on staff well-being and teamwork. • We have a creative, highly motivated, passionate and hardworking group of staff. • We offer CPD opportunities through accredited training.

Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS Enhanced Clearance check (Disclosure and Barring Service).