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Learning Support Assistant
Hours: 31.6 hours/ week (08.30 -15.20) Monday to Friday Fixed Term
Scale 4 Point 7
Term time only + 1 week
Start date: As soon as possible for suitable candidate
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning Assistant. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and passionate individual, who is caring, enthusiastic and has high expectations to support a child with SEND to achieve their full potential.
You should:
· have experience of working with children SEND
· have strategies which work in dealing with children with special needs
· stay calm under pressure and have the ability to use your own initiative when dealing with challenging situations
· be able to work with small groups and 1-1 with children with special educational needs
· put the children at the core of everything you do
· have enthusiasm, resilience and a good sense of humour
We can offer:
· the opportunity to work with enthusiastic, friendly and well-behaved children who are keen to learn
· a team of hard working, flexible and conscientious staff who work together to provide the best education and support for our pupils
· a supportive and caring school community
For further information please contact Mrs Curran on 01371 830240 or admin@thaxted.essex.sch.uk
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to follow this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure Barring Service.
Information about the School
Thaxted Primary School is a warm and welcoming school situated in the historic and thriving market town of Thaxted on the Essex/Suffolk borders. It is a place where children can develop a love of learning and flourish in a safe, healthy, happy and stimulating environment.