1:1 Learning Support Assistant for a child in Year 8 (Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2027)

32 hours per week – working pattern to be confirmed.

Term time plus INSET days (total 34 weeks per annum).

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant who will assist and provide 1:1 support to one of our wonderful children with additional needs, who is moving into Year 8 in September.

The successful candidate will have experience and a natural affinity in working with children, especially those with SEND, preferably on a 1 to 1 basis, with a particular focus on social and emotional mental health, a commitment to helping provide an inclusive education and passionate about improving the outcomes for all students. Ideally, they will hold a an NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

They will be kind, caring and confident with the ability to quickly assess the child’s needs, working closely with the Teachers and the Learning Development Team to ensure that the child’s needs are met at every level. They will follow recommendations from various health care professionals and incorporate these into the school day, feeding back to the Class Teacher, Learning Development Team and Senior Leadership Team when necessary.

This post is linked with the pupil and is classed as fixed term as it will end when the child leaves the school.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the role ahead of the closing date.

Starting salary is £16,049.17 (FTE £26,436.80).