Salary Grade 5, Pts 7-8 (£3,669 to £3,728 per annum)
Working Wks: 39 (Term Time + Inset Days)
Grade: Grade 5, Pts 7 to 8
Salary: £3,669 to £3,728 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a hardworking and motivated individual?
Do you have experience of supporting teaching and learning within a classroom?
Would you like to work within a supportive, committed and hard working team and make a difference to the children we work with?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning Support Assistant to join Cobden Primary School on a part-time permanent basis. We are a diverse school serving a deprived area of Loughborough; working with us you can make a real difference to the young people and families we work with.
The role of LSA within the school is an important and rewarding role, providing vital support to those students who need it and the opportunity to access learning as part of the usual school day. We are looking to appoint a well-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is committed to providing high quality provision to our pupils and support to the Teachers within the school. The post holder will be required to work with whole classes, small groups, and SEN pupils on an individual 1:1 basis.
The role is rewarding, with successful candidates having the opportunity to positively develop and encourage our pupils in both their academic and social life. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their own practice with the support of a close-knit team. Cobden Primary School has great transport links with the train station a 5 minute walk away.
The ideal candidate will have:
1. A NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in Teaching and Learning
2. Experience of working in a classroom environment
3. Good literacy and numeracy skills
4. The ability to contribute to the progression of learning in school
5. The ability to take direction from the Class Teacher to ensure all tasks and learning is undertaken within and outside of the classroom
In return we offer:
1. Opportunity to work within a supportive team
2. Opportunities for career development with access to apprenticeship and training schemes
3. Generous annual leave entitlements
4. Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (24% contribution by the employer)
5. Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)
6. Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme
Applications
If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the school, please contact the Headteacher, Kate Litchfield, prior to applying.
To apply for this position:
1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position
Application Closing Date: 9am, Wednesday 8th January 2025
Provisional Interview Date: W/C 13th January 2025
We look forward to receiving your application!
Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging. We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Cobden Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applicants regardless of ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
The post is subject to a medical and an enhanced DBS check. Previous employment references will be taken up at shortlisting.
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