We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable Learning Support Assistant to join our excellent Learning Support Department in our newly refurbished Learning Support Base. You must have experience of working in schools, either the state or independent sector, and a willingness to work closely with young people across all school ages to help develop their learning. The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm and commitment to the role of working with our students with learning differences. You will support the teaching and learning of our SEN students through one-to-one sessions and small-group interventions from Years 7–13.
The Learning Support Department within RGS is a vibrant, busy, and highly regarded department that sits at the heart of the school’s ethos. You will enjoy working with a team of dedicated professionals and will report to the Head of Learning Support – SENDCo. Knowledge of additional learning needs and experience of working with individuals who have specific needs is essential, though training would be given to support the specific requirements of the post.
Hours:
The working hours for this role will be 30 hours per week during term time. This equates to 4 days per week. The normal core working hours for this role will be 8.30am – 4.30pm each day. Days will vary each year in line with student timetables.
Salary:
The full-time equivalent salary for this post will be circa £26,000 – £29,000 gross per annum on the RGS Support Staff Salary Scale depending on experience and qualifications. As this role is fixed term, part-time and term time only, the salary will be pro-rated to circa £17,000 – £19,000. Excellent benefits are available – please see the job information pack for more details.
Application Process:
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
Closing Date:
9.00am on Monday 3rd March 2025.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of neurodivergence, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Whilst all applications are considered on merit, we would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates, who are currently underrepresented in our staff community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-interview referencing, internet searches and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with the children’s barred list check and other appropriate checks.
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