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Learning Support Assistant
Term time only
Start date: As soon as possible
Closing date: 12pm 28th September 2021
Hours: 31.25 per week
Salary: level 4 SCP 6-7
Leigh North Street Primary School is looking for a dedicated and innovative LSA, who is highly motivated and committed to achieving the best for every child. Experience of working with children is essential.
The ideal candidate will:
Ø be able to foster positive relationships with children and colleagues
Ø be able to make learning fun and engaging
Ø be keen to develop a child's independence and self-help skills
Ø be well organised and efficient
Ø Qualified in Support teaching and learning to level 2
Ø be able to follow direction but must be pro-active and use own initiative
Ø have a good standard of English and Mathematics (preferably GCSE Grade C or above)
Ø Committed to pupil outcomes
In return, we can offer the successful candidate:
Ø the opportunity to work with our lovely children
Ø a responsive and involved leadership team
Ø a CPD entitlement for all staff
Ø supportive colleagues who want the best possible opportunities for children
Ø a constantly improving learning environment
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to the appropriate checks and clearance, including a DBS check, references and a pre-employment health check.
Visits are welcomed and actively encouraged. If you would like more information about our wonderful school, please visit www.leighnorthstreetprimaryschool.com or contact Lisa Smith - 01702 476224 or email lisasmith@leigh.southend.sch.uk
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Information about the School
Leigh North Street Primary School is a three form entry school in the heart of Leigh on Sea, Essex. We have over 600 pupils on role.
At Leigh North Street Primary School we promote a culture which reflects our Core Values - we call these values, ASPIRE (Acceptance, Safety, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enjoyment). A commitment to ASPIRE, we believe, ensures our children receive the best education possible as they become engaged, resilient learners who readily acknowledge challenge as a means to further their academic, social and cultural development.