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£9,866.39 - £10,198.07 + AET Wellbeing Cash Plan + Pension Scheme (TPS/LGPS) + Additional AET Benefits
Part Time, Fixed term
18.75 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
September 2024 Start
Ashingdon Primary Academy is part of a family of schools brought together by one common vision and passionate belief that each and every child can lead a remarkable life. An excellent education transforms lives and every pupil who attends one of our schools is given the support, care and opportunity they need to flourish.
The academy dates back to 1873 and is steeped in history and heritage alongside its excellent facilities including a large sports field and a heated swimming pool! The academy is a key part of the village and local community and benefits from a small school feel and engaged parents.
We are looking for a 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide support to individual children or a small group under the direction of the teaching staff. You will work Monday to Friday starting from 8.30am - 12.15pm.
At our school, we value teachers who are dedicated to supporting their students' growth and development. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and an ability to motivate and engage children of all abilities. We believe that every child deserves an education that is tailored to their unique needs, interests and abilities, and we encourage our teachers to develop creative and innovative approaches to teaching.
We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, and we provide an environment that supports our teachers' well-being.
Closing date: 5th August 2024
About Academies Enterprise Trust
AET was established in 2008 and is now a national network of 57 primary, secondary, and special schools. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive network which spans nearly every region in England. We want our people to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had, so that we provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of all our people.
AET Staff Benefits
- Career development and training:AET offers a wide range of statutory and developmental training to help you succeed in your career.
- Great pension | Healthcare cashback and helpline | Employee assistance programme
- Free financial advice | Salary advances | Affordable loan scheme | Electric car and bike schemes
- Lifestyle savings | Discounted gym membership | Travel and leisure scheme
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV's. Apply today.
Academies Enterprise Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a robust, fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Information about the School
Nestled in the heart of Ashingdon village, Lift Ashingdon is easily accessible from Rochford, Southend, Hockley, and Rayleigh. Welcoming approximately 210 students from Reception to Year 6, we serve families from Ashingdon, South Fambridge, Canewdon, Hockley, Rochford, and Hullbridge.
Our school benefits from a peaceful green belt countryside setting and offers seven well equipped classrooms, each fitted with an interactive whiteboard. Additional facilities include a library, a spacious hall, and a dedicated learning support area for small group activities.
Outdoors, pupils enjoy a large playground, a generous playing field, and much loved features such as the Jungle Gym and Trim Trail. A particular highlight is our very own heated swimming pool, which adds a splash of excitement to school life.
At Lift Ashingdon, we are committed to helping every child succeed. We create a safe, stimulating and supportive environment where children can love life, learning and play. We enable our pupils to leave us as confident, respectful young people, equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in the future.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
-We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
-With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
-We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.