Learning Support Assistant
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Employer: Calderstones School
Job Type: Learning Support
Job Phase: Secondary
NOR: 1550
Grade: NJC JE Grade 2
Actual Salary: £13.17 - £13.58 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Part time, Term time only
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Monday, January 6th, 2025
Closing Date: Sunday, December 1st, 2024
About the School
Do you enjoy working with young people? Are you passionate about education? Are you ready for an exciting role working in a secondary school which is rated ‘Good’ in all areas? We are a large, successful, and richly diverse comprehensive school adjacent to Calderstones Park, South Liverpool and are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our close-knit SEND Team on a permanent basis. The school’s comprehensive nature and community spirit is something that we value immensely. In every aspect of school life, we aim to offer a first-class education to local children, whatever their background, gender, prior attainment, or faith.
We will raise the bar for our students and our staff with the view that 'nobody rises to low expectations'. We are also an equal opportunities and disability confident employer and positively welcome applications from all people regardless of their gender, gender identity, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our amazing school on a permanent basis and work with our SEND team and teaching staff to support students in the classroom. Experience of working with young people (age 11-19) with SEND, and an awareness of neurodiversity is essential. You will either have a nationally recognised qualification in a relevant field or be willing to work towards one. A good standard of numeracy and literacy to GCSE grade C (or equivalent) is essential, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Personal Qualities
This role would suit someone with energy and enthusiasm for learning, who is calm, patient, and compassionate. The successful candidate will be able to support students in the classroom to fully access our outstanding curriculum, cultural events and enrichment activities.
How to Apply
The hours of work are 8.35 am – 3.05 pm, Monday to Friday, with a 1-hour unpaid break during the day. This role is term-time only. The school is very well resourced and has impressive facilities across the campus including a swimming pool, leisure facilities and fully equipped gym. The school offers outstanding staff benefits and actively promotes and supports the health and wellbeing of our staff and students. See applicant pack for more information on our staff benefits.
All applications and further information to be made via the school website at www.calderstones.co.uk (Applications will be accepted using official school application form and returned to recruitment@calderstones.co.uk). Calderstones School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post. Closing Date: 12 midnight, Sunday 1st December 2024 (CV’s and late applications will not be considered).
Closing Date: Sunday 1st December 2024
Contact Details
Calderstones School
Harthill Road
Allerton
Liverpool
L18 3HS
Contact Name: HR Team
Contact Telephone: 01517242087
Contact e-mail: recruitment@calderstones.co.uk
Website: www.calderstones.co.uk/Vacancies
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