Job Description

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT - LOWER SCHOOL

Required January 2024
Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, term time only
£16,181 to £16,776 (NA14 to NA18) depending on qualification level

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced learning support assistant, to join our supportive and successful LSA team, providing support for individuals and groups of pupils. The position is predominantly to support pupils in the Lower School (Years 1 to 5) but a willingness and ability to engage with pupils across the whole school age range, including Reception, will be required. In addition, EYFS experience or a willingness to undertake training in EYFS would be an advantage.

Within the role, you will work across the Lower School as required and where needed, support and deliver interventions, supporting the SENCO in ensuring that quality provision is provided for our SEND students. You will also support the SENCO with administrative tasks including coordinating and developing resources for SEND students.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are potentially looking to gain experience to progress into teaching and/or for those who aspire to work within education.

The successful applicant
The successful candidate will have previous experience LSA experience with relevant qualifications and be capable of establishing productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations. They will ideally have knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and be able to carry out observations and deliver adult led activities for small groups. They will have proven success working as part of an effective team and demonstrate the ability to show initiative.

They will be able to promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom and be supportive of students consistently, whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs. They will be able to demonstrate good organising, planning and have the ability to prioritise. We are looking for someone friendly yet professional, with a respectful approach.

The role is permanent, term time only, 37.5 hours per week including lunch break, 8.30am to 4pm Monday to Friday. Annual salary for the position is dependent on qualification level: £16,181 to £16,776 (NA14 to NA18).

We offer a wide range of benefits to school staff including training and development opportunities, up to 50% fee reduction for children of staff (after completing one year), contributory pension, occupational health scheme, great career opportunities and free lunches (during term time).

Closing date for applications - Wednesday 3rd January 2024
Interviews to be held week commencing 8th January 2024

All applications must be made on our official application form, which can be downloaded from the school's vacancies page: https://www.saintnicholasschool.net/contact-us/staff-vacancies/

Please return your completed application to Davina Marshall, HR Manager at d.marshall@saintnicholasschool.net

School's history & background
Saint Nicholas School was founded in 1939 with a total roll of 7 pupils. By 1977, the pupil roll had increased to 140 and at this time the school moved from its modest premises in Mill Street, Churchgate Street, to the current location at Hillingdon House. Today, Saint Nicholas is a thriving independent coeducational day school catering for approximately 500 pupils aged from 2 ½ to 16, with a fabulous nursery for babies from 3 months of age.

The school is situated in delightful gardens and grounds which extend to more than 14 acres. Pupils in the nursery, pre-school, lower, middle and upper school are each housed in their own area, within close proximity of each other, enabling good access to shared facilities. The School is very well equipped with specialist classrooms, science laboratories, technology areas, ICT rooms, and libraries. Sports facilities include extensive playing fields, tennis courts, a heated swimming pool, a sports hall and state-of-the-art theatre.

The school is located close to London and Cambridge with direct train access to both, as well as being a short drive from Stansted Airport and the London Underground via Epping. You can find more about the school by visiting our website https://www.saintnicholasschool.net/

Saint Nicholas School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and other vulnerable groups and expects all staff, parents and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff and volunteers, where appropriate, will be required to complete our safer recruitment checks including qualifications; references; enhanced DBS and barred list; proof of identity; right to work in the UK; overseas, EEA and prohibition checks.New employees will be required to submit a Staff Self Declaration form (referring to disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006 as amended in 2018).

Information about the School

At Saint Nicholas School, nestled amidst fifteen acres of picturesque grounds in Old Harlow, pupils embark on a journey of discovery through the years.

To find out more about our unique setting, please visit our website at www.saintnicholasschool.net

We look forward to receiving your application for any of the positions on offer here at Saint Nicholas School and at our on-site nursery, Rocking Horse Nursery