Classroom Support Assistant - PermanentStarting Salary: LCC Spinal Salary Grade 6 Pay Point 9 moving up to Pay Point 10 (£17,477 per annum)Ashmount School is currently recruiting Classroom Support Assistants to join our 4 consecutive Ofsted rated "Outstanding" school. Ashmount currently provides education for 207 pupils aged 4 -19 with a wide range of learning and physical disabilities. We are delighted to be offering the opportunity for likeminded individuals to join our school.This role is as varied as it is rewarding so we require resourceful, enthusiastic and flexible people to join our highly skilled staff team. You'll be part of a robust, energetic and friendly classroom support team who pride themselves in providing high quality education and opportunities for our pupils.If you have an interest in working with children and are able to work in a high-pressure environment dealing with constantly changing priorities, then we would invite you to apply for this position.We Set The Very Highest Standard In All That We Do.The school hours are 9:00am to 3:45pm Monday to Friday with a 45 minute lunch break, term time only with an additional week for training and teacher days (39 weeks). JOB REQUIREMENTS: Working with a wide range of class teachers and support staff to deliver excellent teaching and learning. Coaching children on a 1:1 or group basis. Accompanying groups on trips. Supporting assessment and evidencing learning Working with the teacher to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of abilityTo undertake any appropriate training for the role WHAT WE CAN OFFER: Term-time hours The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected schoolWe provide opportunities for our staff to learn Makaton (symbols, signs and speech) as an additional communication method.Good opportunities for personal and career developmentPension SchemeEmployee benefits such as childcare vouchers CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above. Experience of working with children or adults with additional learning needs.A proven ability to work on their own initiative. A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults. A can-do attitude.
A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.Closing date: Tuesday, 11th February 2025 11.59pmInterviews will be held week commencing Monday, 24th February 2025Please note that incomplete or sparse applications will not be considered.