Learning Partner (for the blind) Contract: 22 April 2025 fixed term until 31 August 2025 Hours: 32 hours 30 minutes, five days per week. Grade: JG4 (£25,584 - £27,269) Actual Salary: £19,738.75 - £21,038.77 per annum The Role We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Partner to join our friendly team here at Whitchurch Primary School. In liaison with the Qualified Teacher of Visually Impaired and the Class Teacher, you will provide educational support for a child who is blind. You will implement specific programmes of work developed in liaison with Class Teacher and QTVI by adapting resources and activities to meet agreed outcomes. You will be able to adapt and produce and maintain tactile resources used by blind children. You will promote braille learning. Prior knowledge and experience of working with the blind is desirable but full training will be available. We are looking for: A flexible team player who is positive, passionate about their job and a problem solver Someone that can develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with pupils, the staff team and parents A committed person confident in working with the class Teacher to support/develop learning of individual pupils, groups or the whole class Someone that can use their own initiative A person with a good sense of humour Someone who can demonstrate strong behaviour management A person who is self-motivated, creative and flexible In return our friendly, engaging and exciting school can offer: A truly inclusive school where every member of the school community really matters A strong, collaborative culture of hard-working, dedicated staff who support one another Skilled and enthusiastic staff that are committed to further developing their practice Caring and respectful pupils who are proud of their school and work with independence and enthusiasm An opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our children and their families A commitment to CPD opportunities Warm relationships with the local community, supportive Governors and parents Closing Date: 02 March 2025 at 11.59pm Interview Date: 07 March 2025