About this Role We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant to join our small and friendly team. The position is to support a child with medical needs on a 1:1 within the class and across break times to achieve their very best. The position is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2024 with a possible extension after this date. Skills, qualities and experience: A passion and enthusiasm to work with children Experience of working with children is desirable Be enthusiastic and motivated Able to show initiative Have good organisational skills Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations Be dedicated to safeguarding children Good level of education (GCSE maths and English A-C or equivalent) Roles and responsibilities: Support a child with an EHCP on a 1:1 basis due to medical needs Work under the guidance of the class teacher and SENco Maintain records for the pupil Liaise with the school staff and parents Provide break and lunchtime supervision Carry out training as required for the role Puttenham CofE Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. All staff are required to complete an enhanced DBS check and job offers are subject to satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK.