Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant - Required ASAP

Part-time permanent contract

Scale 5 Point 10 - FTE £27,694 (pro rata salary £18,448.38)

28.75 hours per week, 39 weeks a year (term time plus inset days)

Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3:15pm (an hour lunch break - unpaid)

Jotmans Hall Primary School is an energetic school where children are enthusiastic and motivated to achieve their full potential. The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy, confident and that the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now and in the future.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and capable Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The role will involve:-

· Working alongside class teachers to ensure all children learn and make progress across the curriculum

· Supporting teaching of phonics/early reading

· Delivering small group intervention activities to support those needing extra support

· Lunchtime cover and supporting children in outdoor activities

· Supporting children's intimate care needs e.g. dressing, changing, supporting toileting

· Class cover in the absence of a teacher

This post is for 5 days a week from 8.30am until 3:15pm (28.75 hours per week) term time only - plus staff training days.

Applicants should have:

· A high standard of written and spoken English

· Excellent numeracy skills

· Computing/computer skills

· A strong work ethic with flexibility to respond positively to challenges of day-to-day school life

· A calm and motivated attitude with a clear understanding of the needs and behaviours of all children - including children with additional needs

· A good sense of humour

· Excellent communication skills

· Previous experience of working within a LSA role or similar role is preferable

· A willingness to undertake training in order to develop professional skills and knowledge