Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child’s education? Greenway Junior School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term contract until August 2025.
Your opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to support an individual pupil, helping them to thrive both academically and personally in a nurturing and inclusive environment. If you have the patience, enthusiasm, and commitment to support children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you!
What we are looking for
* A good general education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C or above.
* An NVQ Level 2 in Teaching Assistance / Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent).
* Experience working in an educational setting, supporting children's learning and development.
* Strong IT skills, with the ability to use a range of software to support learning.
* The ability to clarify and explain instructions, ensuring pupils remain engaged and motivated.
* A proactive and organised approach, able to plan and prioritise tasks effectively.
* A team player, able to work under the direction of the class teacher while also using initiative.
* A patient and compassionate nature, with a passion for supporting children’s progress and well-being.
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.
About Greenway Junior School
Our School sits within an established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. 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.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
* A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
* Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension scheme
* Flexible working options
* Work life and family friendly policies
* Access to a staff benefits portal
* Community and collaboration working model
Start Date: ASAP
Hours of work: 8.30am-3.10pm, 5 days per week (30min unpaid lunch)
GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.
We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.
Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.
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