Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - SEND

Tendring Primary School

Scale 3: 6-7

FTE £25,989; Actual salary approximately £16,361.47 depending on experience

This position is for 27hrs 55mins per week. This is term time only (38 weeks). Fixed Term for 3 Years

Tendring Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive Inclusion Team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a new and developing SEND provision within our school, supporting some of our highest needs pupils and helping to shape an enhanced provision that ensures the very best outcomes for children.

The Role

Supporting children with Special Educational Needs across the school
Working as part of our Inclusion Team within our enhanced provision
Spending half of each day working in our Nest provision
Spending the other half of each day supporting children within their mainstream classrooms
Contributing to monitoring and sharing children's learning and progress
Supporting pupils with their personal care needs, including intimate care, where required, in line with the school's policies and training

We are looking for someone who:

Has sound knowledge and experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs
Is patient, nurturing and committed to inclusive practice
Works effectively as part of a team
Has high aspirations for all pupils and shares our passion for achieving the best possible outcomes
Is flexible, proactive and solutions-focused
Is comfortable supporting pupils with personal care needs, including intimate care, where required
Has a basic level of Maths and English (GCSE grade C/4 or above, or equivalent), or is willing to work towards achieving this

We can offer:

A supportive and experienced Inclusion Team
A welcoming and collaborative staff community
The opportunity to help develop an exciting and evolving SEND setting
Children who are valued, supported and encouraged to thrive

If you are passionate about inclusion and want to make a real difference to children's lives, we would love to hear from you. In your personal statement, please demonstrate how you meet the above requirements, providing clear examples from your experience where possible.

Information about the School

Tendring Primary is small, popular school located close to the Suffolk/Essex Border, attracting children from a wide area across the Tendring Peninsular. We currently have 190 children on roll. The School is set in approximately a three acre site with original buildings dating back to 1896. The school has extended over the years to include new buildings and extensive outdoor learning facilities.

“Tendring Primary is a very special place with a caring, nurturing ethos and culture” quote.

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.