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SEND LSA
Hours: in line with pupil's time table, initially 9am-11.15am daily. This will increase as the pupil's hours in school increase.
Rate of Pay: Scale 2 point 3-4
Contract type: Fixed term linked to a specific child
Closing date: Monday 30th June 2025 - midnight
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 1st July 2025
Interviews: Monday 7th July 2025
Contract start date: September 2025
Oakfield Primary School is a thriving 2 form entry primary school located in Wickford, Essex. With a large field, dedicated outdoor learning area, and a spacious EYFS learning garden, our school provides an enriching learning environment for children to thrive. Equipped with an ICT suite and cooking area, we offer a well-rounded education that prepares our pupils for the future. On-site breakfast and afterschool clubs ensure that our families are well-supported.
We are looking for a keen and competent SEND LSA and MDA. This position would suit someone with previous experience of working with children preferably, but not essentially, in a school or nursery setting with additional needs. You must have good literacy and numeracy skills, a positive outlook and the ability to work flexibly.
In the SEND LSA role you will support children's learning under the direction of the class teacher. You will work predominantly 1:1 with a specific pupil but may also work with groups and individuals, lead small group interventions, assess children's progress and report to the class teacher. You may be expected to carry out some intimate care.
In the MDA role, you will work under the direction of the senior Midday Assistants. You will supervise children in the dining hall and on the playground, ensuring that children are safe and that behaviour policies are adhered to.
Visits are welcome. If you would like to book a tour please contact the school office via email or telephone: admin@oakfield.essex.sch.uk 01268 734343
Oakfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and visitors to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance, and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Information about the School
At Oakfield Primary School we have high expectations and good outcomes for our children. We pride ourselves on the good education we offer our children and the excellent opportunities we provide through our foundation curriculum and focus on memorable moments.
It is important to us to develop children who are ready for the next stage of their education and beyond. We place a high emphasis on the well being of our children and work closely with our families to support us with this.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children to join the Oakfield team.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake the appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from the whole community regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.