Job Description

MID ESSEX ANGLICAN ACADEMY TRUST

Learning Support Assistant based at Ingatestone Infant School

Trust Vision and Values:

To unlock every child's potential as a unique child of God

Respect - Forgiveness - Trust - Responsibility - Thankfulness - Justice - Humility

The vision of the Trust is for every child and adult to flourish, achieving the best possible outcomes, across the breadth of the curriculum, with a wealth of rich engaging experiences, within a culture where everyone feels like they belong and can shine. We are already on this journey but want our school leaders to work collaboratively across the Trust to lead our staff and pupils, as well a working in partnership with parents and the community, to achieve this vision together over the coming years.

Ingatestone Infant School Mission, Vision and Values:

Growing together, learning together, working together, and caring for each other.

Connecting our community through the delivery of an equitable, inclusive and ambitious curriculum.

Be Kind, Be Curious, Be Hopeful, Be Proud, Be You

Job Purpose

Are you looking for aunique opportunityto be part of creating something new? Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in thelives of our children? Do you believe every child deserves thechance to flourishin a nurturing,equitableand inclusive environment? If so, we have a truly exciting opportunity just for you!

Ingatestone Infant School is delighted to be launchinga dedicated Learning Hub, our brand-new space, will be designed to meet the needs of our pupils through a highly personalised provision and a bespoke curriculum rooted in theEngagement ModelandDevelopment Matters Framework.

We want to create a curriculum which will endorse building connections and encourages active engagement in learning and problem solving givingeach child a sense of belonging. The curriculum will focus on developing the key skills of communication, cognition, independence, physical development and self-care, all transferable skills that equip young people for life beyond our school.

We want our provision to be responsive to each learnerand build on individual strengths and interests, so it ensures ongoing opportunities for active cross-curricular and contextualized learning.

At our school, children access a specialist environment tailored and adapted to them, with opportunities to thrive within a mainstream setting throughout the day. Using approaches inspired by specialist settings-including communication boards, Makaton, visual schedules, and structured workstations-our pupils are empowered to succeed in a way that works best for them. Is this something you believe in too?

We are looking for a dedicated and inspiring professional who:

Has a deep understanding and passion for inclusive education and SEND
Is calm, flexible, proactive, and resilient
Is committed to helping every learner flourish in their own unique way
Builds strong relationships with pupils, families, staff and professionals
Has a proven track record of supporting child development and high-quality teaching
Embraces our core values:Be Kind. Be Curious. Be Hopeful. Be Proud. Be You.
What we offer:

The opportunity toshape and lead a brand-new provision
A warm, welcoming, andforward-thinking school community
A school that is part of acollaborative and supportive Trust, which celebrates both individuality and shared values
A commitment tostaff wellbeing and personal development
Extensive CPD opportunitiesand a culture of learning and innovation
Outstanding partnershipsacross our Trust schools

The key areas of responsibility are as follows:

· Working with individuals or small groups of children under the direction of teaching staff

· Implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher adjusting activities according to pupils' responses as appropriate.

Duties:

· Establish positive relationships with pupils supported.

· Support pupils with activities which support literacy and numeracy skills

· Support the use of computing in the classroom and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use

· Promote positive pupil behaviour in line with school policies and help keep pupils on task

· Interact with, and support pupils, according to individual needs and skills

· Promote the inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs within the classroom ensuring access to lessons and their content through appropriate clarification, explanation and resources

· Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress and behaviour

· Monitor and record pupil activities as appropriate writing records and reports as required

· Provide feedback to pupils in relation to attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher

· To support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher

· To attend to pupils' personal needs including help with social, welfare and health matters, including minor first aid.

· To assist with the preparation, maintenance and control of stocks of materials and resources.

· Assist with the development and implementation of One Plans/EHCPs

Liaise with other staff and provide information about pupils as appropriate
· To assist with the display and presentation of pupils' work

· To supervise pupils for limited and specified periods including break-times when the postholder should facilitate games and activities

· To assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.

General

· To understand and apply school policies in relation to health, safety and welfare

· Attend relevant training and take responsibility for own development

· Attend relevant school meetings as required

· To respect confidentiality at all times

· To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.

· To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace

· Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy

The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the postholder may be required by the Head Teacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Contractual information:

This role is based at Ingatestone Infant School

Fixed Term contract for one year starting September 2025, 5 days a week, 8:40 am to 3.10 pm

Total number of hours: 27 hours and 30 minutes per week

Total number of weeks: 39 weeks (paid weeks 44.7)

Pay scale: scale 3 (point 5 to 6)

Closing date: Friday 5th September 2025

Interviews: w/c 8th September 2025