We are seeking to appoint an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our hardworking and dedicated team to work supporting children across the school.
Your opportunity
An opportunity has arisen for a Learning Assistant to join our team with immediate effect. Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience of working with children with SEN needs.
The successful individual will support the Class Teacher in accessing an engaging curriculum. They will be a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement, and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day-to-day school life and be a strong team player.
What we are looking for
The successful candidate should:
1. Be dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated
2. Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
3. Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
4. Have experience of working with children
5. Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
6. Be a confident and clear communicator
7. Have GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.
About Marden Lodge Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster
Our School is a happy, vibrant, and forward-thinking environment. We have a friendly and committed staff who follow our vision statement of Aiming High, Working Hard, Learning Together. The school sits within an established cluster of Primary 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.
● 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
● Career pathways and talent management
● Access to a staff benefits portal
● Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details:
Hours: 30 hours per week, 38.6 weeks of the year (term time plus 3 days)
Start Date: TBC
Closing date for applications: 30th November 2024
Interview date: TBA
Contact: If you would like more information about the role please contact the Head of School via the school office.
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 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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