The Headteacher and the Governors of Send C of E Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work with the class teachers and SEND team to provide teaching and learning which is engaging, active and fun, whilst supporting pupils’ welfare and well-being. You will be working directly with pupils experiencing significant emotional needs, which can result in challenging behaviours. We are looking to appoint someone who: Will be a supportive and welcoming presence in the classroom and develop positive working relationships with pupils Is patient, able to stay calm, listen, and value children’s views. A ‘thick skin’ is a definite advantage Understand how children learn and use their initiative to meet individuals’ needs Is committed to inclusion Has strong behaviour management skillsIs a good communicator and able to work well in a team Is able to assist the class teacher and other professionals as appropriate in the development of suitable educational activities Support the ethos, vision and values of the school, abiding by policies and procedures. Either has experience of, or is willing to learn about attachment and trauma and how these impact on a child’s behaviour This is a role rooted in Rita Pierson’s theory that “Every Kid Needs A Champion” and we are looking for that champion Start date: ASAP Working pattern: This is a Monday to Friday, term time only position. The working hours are from 10.15am to 3.15pm with a 15 minute unpaid tea break. Contract term: Fixed term contract until 22nd July 2025 Salary: Learning Support Assistant S3 Salary Closing date: Monday 4th November at 3pm If you are interested in becoming part of our team then you are very welcome to visit us to see us at work, or to contact our headteacher, Mrs Marianne McDonnell for an informal chat. Please contact the school office for more information. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. References may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.