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* Alde Valley Academy, Leiston, Suffolk IP16 4BG
* £19,957 actual per annum
* 35.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 1)
* Permanent
* Reference: 7165
* Required from May 2025
Alde Valley Academy (part of Kingfisher Schools Trust) is the fastest growing secondary school in Suffolk due to the high expectations we have of our staff and students. We are ambitious for our students’ progress, attainment and personal development and strive to create an environment that promotes a keen enjoyment of learning. We are situated in Leiston, a small town not far from Saxmundham and Aldeburgh and close to the beautiful Suffolk coast.
We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work alongside subject teachers and pastoral colleagues, working to ensure that the needs of students with learning difficulties are being met. This role is offered on a permanent basis with the post holder working 35.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 1).
You will:
* be professional and punctual
* have good attention to detail
* be able to remain calm under pressure
* have strong communication skills
* be able to follow exam protocols – training will be given.
We will offer you:
* a welcoming, vibrant and inclusive school community
* children who are eager to learn, committed staff and parents
* a well-resourced environment.
Kingfisher Schools Trust offers a range of benefits, including:
* excellent opportunities for continuous professional development
* access to a huge variety of training courses through The National College
* a pension scheme (LGPS/TPS) with generous employer contribution
* an employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
* shopping and leisure discounts
* a cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
* an affordable electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
To find out more:
If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a visit to our school, please email: recruitment@kingfisherschools.co.uk
How To Apply:
To view the job description and to apply, please use this link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141236/EDV-2025-AVA-65052
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as the closing date for this vacancy may be altered if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Closing date: midday, 17 April 2025.
Interview date: 25 April 2025.
Our school is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust. The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be part of the pre-employment screening process for this role. An application form must be completed in full; CVs alone cannot be accepted.
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