Learning Support Assistant

Location

Leicester | United Kingdom

Job description

Thistly Meadow Primary School is a friendly, popular school with a caring family ethos and a Good Ofsted rating. This is an exciting time for us as we grow our school following a significant extension in 2020.
We are looking for an energetic and skilled individual to fill a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) post. The successful candidate will work to support the class teacher with small groups or provide more specialist support for a child on a 1:1 basis. The successful candidate will have:
Experience of working as part of a team or 1:1 to support pupils with special educational needs (SEND).Experience of working with a range of pupils, including those with SEND, particularly those with autism, speech, language and communication difficulties and social and emotional need
Relevant and recent experience of working with pupils with SEMH and with external agenciesEnthusiasm and motivationand experience of working in partnership with teachers, parents and other professionalsApplicants without the necessary experience will be considered as comprehensive training will be given.Hours of work: 8.45am to 3.20pm (60 mins unpaid lunch break) Monday to Friday, total 27.92 hours, 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days).Contract: PermanentSalary is LCC Grade 5 - pay range 7-8 (£11.98 - £12.17 per hour) dependent on experience.
What we offer:
The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school Good opportunities for personal and career development, comprehensive induction and ongoing training A competitive salary The opportunity to join the Local Government Pension scheme An occupational sick pay scheme Family friendly policies - Discounted childcare (Breakfast and After School Club)Access to a car sharing scheme and cycle to work scheme and a range of local and national discounts on shopping, eating out, bus travel, health clubs and much more If you would like to apply for the post, please submit your application by 12 noon Friday 15th March 2024. In addition to the online application, please email a cover letter addressed to Mr C Bowpitt, Head teacher, setting out why you would like to apply for the role, what strengths and experience you can bring to Thistly Meadow and what makes you the best candidate - share your passion! Please note: Interviews will take place during the week commencing 18th March 2024. If you do not hear from us, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. If you are invited to attend for interview, references will be taken up prior to the interview date.

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