Vacancy:
Learning Support Teaching Assistant
Job Title: Learning Support Teaching Assistant
Employer: Hope School
Job Type: Learning Support
Job Phase: Special Educational Needs
NOR: 68
Grade: Grade 3 5-9
Actual Salary: £24,790 - £26,409
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Start immediately
Closing Date: Friday, February 7th, 2025
About the School
At Hope School we provide an attachment and trauma responsive community which fosters warmth with high boundaries so that all can achieve to their full potential. Hope School is an outstanding school and we are committed to achieving high standards and outcomes for our pupils. Positive relationships are key to the attachment and trauma work we do at Hope School. We provide psychologically-responsive education that fosters a sense of value, security, and belonging for children, families, and staff. Through empathy, care, and respect we support children in reconnecting with learning, exploring their strengths, and developing skills for a successful future. We have a dedicated and enthusiastic team striving for the best for all pupils and we are committed to the continued professional development of our staff.
About the Role
The Governors of Hope School wish to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our successful and friendly team. The successful candidate will work with KS1 and KS2 pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health difficulties. The role of a Learning Support Assistant at Hope School is vital for our attachment and trauma ethos, as relationships are key. This is a term-time post of 39 weeks per year, with an annualized contract of 40 hours per week for a full-time equivalent. The school day at Hope School is 8.30am till 2.00pm, and these will be the core hours of these roles. Hope School is committed to being a family-friendly place of employment, and due to this, there is a degree of flexibility in the working hours.
Personal Qualities
Applicants must possess a genuine enthusiasm for working with pupils who can display challenging behaviour as a barrier to communication. Experience of working with SEN pupils is desirable. Applicants must be prepared to undergo appropriate training, including training in attachment and trauma practices and positive holding techniques, as deemed necessary by the SLT. Personal qualities should include: well-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible; high expectations personally and for the children; good organization skills; good teamwork and interpersonal skills; integrity, loyalty, sensitivity, and patience.
How to Apply
Hope School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. Copies of our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies are available on the school website. Any appointment will be subject to appropriate references and enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance. Please forward completed applications by 9.00am on Friday 7th February 2025 to Mrs. Helen Stewart, School Business & Operations Manager at h.stewart@hope-school.co.uk. Hope School encourages and is happy to offer the opportunity for applicants to visit the school during the school day. Please contact Mrs. Helen Stewart to arrange a visit.
Closing Date: Friday 7th February 2025
Short Listing Date: Monday 10th February 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 13th February 2025
Contact Details
Hope School
251 Hartsbourne Avenue
Liverpool
L25 2RY
Contact Name: Helen Stewart
Contact Telephone: 01513633130
Contact e-mail: h.stewart@hope-school.co.uk
Website: http://www.hopeschool-liverpool.co.uk/
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