Forge Wood Primary School are looking for a Learning Assistant to join our school. You could be supporting a child on a 1:1 basis, or a class teacher in a class of up to 30 children. Whatever your level of experience, we would welcome your application, please use the supporting statement on the application form to show us how you match the skills we need and what you can bring to the role.
Your opportunity:
Whether you are looking to further your career within education or wanting to take on a new challenge within a school setting, our Learning Assistants really are valued members of our team and play a crucial role in supporting the education and progress of our children.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing, diverse and welcoming primary school. Our schools have a passion for and, understanding of, what effective learning is and we help to inspire our pupils to be the best they can be. In return for your hard work we can offer excellent CPD opportunities and the support of a strong collaborative team.
What we're looking for:
* Someone to assist in preparing the classroom, receiving children and clearing away
* Help with planning activities and preparing materials to help the child access the curriculum
* To support the children in class, group and individual activities, indoors and outdoors.
* Assist in monitoring the child's progress, assessing achievement and recording results and observations, sharing outcomes with the class teacher
* A can do approach and flexibility
* Knowledge of SEND and supporting pupils with additional needs, is desirable
* A confident and clear communicator with parents.
* An excellent role model to children, colleagues and parents, exemplifying our core principle of kindness
* A positive, open-minded professional actively supportive of the ethos, vision and values of the school
* A member of the team who can build strong relationships with parents, children and staff
About Forge Wood Primary School
Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Forge Wood our cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.
This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.
Please read the and Person Specification for more information and before applying.
The Details
Hours : 33.5 hours per week
Monday, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8.30 - 3.30 Wed 8.30 - 4.30
Term Time: 39 weeks per year (including INSET days).
Salary: GLF Associate 2, point 1 Actual Salary, £17,247 (FTE £21,544)
Close date: 28 September 2024
Start Date: ASAP
Interviews: ASAP - September 2024
(Please note we may close the advert and interview sooner if a high level of applicants are received)