Learning Support Assistant

2 x Posts Available

Telephone: 01302 852245
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Required from 25 June 2012

Two suitably qualified people to share a 27 ½ hour statement for a statemented child in Year 1. The successful applicant will work under the direction of the school SENCO supporting the child in the classroom with educational needs, moving and handling the child who is currently in a wheelchair and assisting with basic hygiene needs. The job also involves supporting the child at unstructured times e.g. lunchtimes and break times.

Training will be given to successful candidates.

Applicants should have some experience of working within a school setting and working with bilingual pupils and their families.

We can offer:
• A good humoured, industrious and enthusiastic staff team
• Children who are eager to learn
• Very supportive parents
• Excellent professional learning opportunities
• An attractive and well resourced learning environment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the CRB. The school welcomes visits from applicants.

Please note the closing date for this post is Monday 18 June 2012 at 12.00 noon. Interviews are likely to take place the following week and if you have not heard anything by Monday 25 June this means that you have been unsuccessful.

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment and completed application forms need to be returned to the school.