Job Description

30 hours per week (8:45 - 3:15) term time only

Prince Avenue Academy & Nursery (PAAN) are delighted to offer you the chance to apply to come and work in our wonderful school as an LSA. The position will focus on providing support to children with SEND as well as providing general classroom support so experience of working with children with specific learning needs is desirable. We are a welcoming school with well-behaved, motivated pupils who are enthusiastic about their learning. You will have the opportunity to join a strong and supportive team who are committed to providing the best possible learning opportunities for our pupils and professional development for all our staff. The individual will:
• Work with individuals or small groups of children with SEND under the direction of teaching staff
• Demonstrate competence in implementing planned learning activities / teaching programmes as agreed with colleagues, adjusting activities according to pupil's response
• Ba able to support pupils with literacy and numeracy skills
• Promote the inclusion of children with SEND both within the classroom and during non class-based learning, ensuring access to learning through appropriate clarification, explanation and resources
• Help children with social, welfare and health matters
• Be resilient and positive, showing initiative and flexibility to have excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
We can offer:
• engaged and enthusiastic pupils who are proud to be part of PAAN
• a friendly, caring and supportive team
• a strong commitment to your continuing professional development and personal well-being
• a responsive and involved leadership team
• a forward-thinking, proactive Trust that is dedicated to the success of its pupils and staff

Prince Avenue Academy & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include References, Right to work in the UK and DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check. We can facilitate a walk round and look forward to receiving your application form.

Information about the School

Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery is a two form entry primary school with a 52 place nursery. Occupying a large site close to the A127 with extensive grounds and facilities, we are part of the South East Essex Academy Trust (SEEAT).

Prince Avenue Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS. All members of staff are required to complete a Childcare Disqualification Declaration.