Charles Read Academy is now recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant. This role could be your next career opportunity.
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.
About the role
Work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom. To undertake cover supervisor duties where required by the Academy Principal. This could include those requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas and will involve assisting teachers in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources.
* Liaise with staff and other relevant professionals and provide information about pupils as appropriate.
* Take small group intervention sessions.
* Support the aims and ethos of the school.
Full time 37 hours, term time (39 weeks), Permanent
Who we are looking for
We require an enthusiastic and highly committed person who will be an excellent teaching assistant. The successful candidate will:
* Have English and maths GCSE equivalent at C+ or 4+ equivalent
* Have excellent organisation skills
* Be able to relate well to children and adults
* Be self-motivated, be able to work independently as well as working as part of a team
* Understand classroom roles and responsibilities
* Be able to work to policies and procedures
* Be able to support staff and students on aspects of the curriculum
* Be able to contribute to SEN team meetings and provision for students with SEN needs across the full ability range
* Have a commitment to inclusion
* Help foster a culture of high expectations and achievement within the department
* Have a commitment to the school’s ethos and vision
* Be able to establish strong relationships with students and staff
* Model professional standards across all areas of work.
Salary & Benefits
* NJC 5, FTE £24,790 per annum, £21,775 pro rata per annum
* Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
* Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
* Rewards and Recognition Scheme
* Benefits Platform with holiday discounts, cinema tickets, restaurant booking discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme
Apply now
To complete our online application form, please use the ‘apply now’ tab.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.
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