Learning Support Assistant (for SEN Pupils)
Ref: SCH-CtKC-0044 3 day(s) remaining
Establishment: Christ the King College
Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
Salary: 18840.40 - 19139.08
Department: Learning Support
Job Type: Part Time
Closing Date: 27/04/2025 00:00
Interview Date: tbc
Start Date: as soon as possible
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks
Hours per Week: 32.50
Weeks per Year: 44.850
Pay Grade: Support Staff Payscales | Point 5 - Point 6
Term Time Plus: 5 Development Days
The Role
Christ the King College is a joint Church of England and Catholic College on the Isle of Wight, providing a Christian education underpinned by Gospel values and reflecting both Church of England and Catholic traditions. It operates under the auspices of both the Church of England and Catholic Dioceses of Portsmouth.
We are looking for a number of Learning Support Assistants to support our most vulnerable students in enabling them to access their learning and achieve their full potential and to work as part of a highly successful team of support staff, supporting students with Additional and Special Educational Needs. Experience of working with young people with additional educational needs would be an advantage. Good communication and interpersonal skills, basic ICT skills, and a sense of humour are essential. We are happy to also consider applications from candidates who are looking for part time positions, ie less than the 32.5 hours/week as advertised - please indicate this in your application.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicants will be expected to undertake enhanced DBS checks.
Please be aware that we can only accept applications from overseas candidates who have the Right to Work in the UK.
Benefits
* LGPS Pension Scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme with 23.5% Employer Contribution
* Staff Benefits Package - Comprehensive Staff Benefit Package, including retail discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme, Car Leasing Scheme, EAP and more
Qualifications
5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent - Essential
Skills
* Experience in working in an educational or public service environment - Desirable
* A friendly and supportive attitude towards students, staff and other members of the College and wider community - Essential
* Honesty and integrity - Essential
* Have a sense of humour - Essential
* Flexible and positive approach to work and committed team player - Essential
* Good interpersonal skills with both students and adults - Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing - Essential
Safeguarding Information
Christ the King College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
Christ the King College is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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