Job Description

Crays Hill Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join the team as soon as possible.

The position is for 35 hours per week, 8:15am-3:45pm Monday to Friday, including a 30 minute break. (Term time only, 39 weeks per year including 5x Inset days).

Salary Scale 3-4, Point Range 5-8 depending on qualifications and experience. Actual Salary £19,616 to £20,260 (including paid annual leave which must be taken during school closure periods).

Applications close: 17th January 2024 at Midday. Interview date: week commencing 22nd January 2024.

School

Crays Hill Primary School is located on London Road, Crays Hill. We are one of the ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.

We are seeking to appoint a flexible, resilient, hardworking Learning Support Assistant to work supporting pupils 1:1 and in groups.

The successful candidate will have:

· good knowledge of how to positively support and enable children to thrive, especially those with challenging behaviour and SEMH needs.

· a high level of emotional intelligence and excellent communication/interaction skills

· energy, enthusiasm and a flexible approach with the ability to look upon demands as an opportunity to be positive and inspirational

· a belief in inclusion, diversity and access the right of each pupil to maximise their potential whatever their needs and abilities

We can offer you:

· the opportunity to teach and be trained in RWInc

· a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff

· access to our Employee Assistance Programme for all staff and their families

· access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

· a commitment to continued professional development

Berlesduna Academy is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.

Application

We welcome visits to the school prior to application. Visits can be arranged by contacting Anthea Yorston on 01268 521914 or by emailing applications@crayshill.essex.sch.uk.

Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Should you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

Information about the School

Crays Hill Primary School is located on London Road, Crays Hill. We are one of the ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.