1:1 Learning Support Assistant - Waldo Williams Primary School

Educators Wales; Wales; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and dedicated team at Waldo Williams Primary School as a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant. This role is focused on supporting a pupil with specific learning needs, fostering a positive learning environment, and enhancing their academic and social development. You'll be part of a passionate group committed to early childhood education, helping to create a stimulating atmosphere where young learners can thrive. If you have the compassion and motivation to make a difference in a child's life, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to their success and well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or working with pupils with Additional Learning Needs is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pupil in daily learning activities and adapt teaching materials.
• Monitor progress and promote independence in the pupil.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Empathy

Education

Experience with Additional Learning Needs

Job description

1:1 Learning Support Assistant - Waldo Williams Primary School

Salary: Grade 3 - £24,027 pro rata

This is a fixed term position required for 29 hours per week, term time only.

Grade 3 - £24,027.00 for 29 hours per week for 45.8 weeks per annum equating to £16,542.09 pro rata.

At Waldo Williams Primary School, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where our youngest pupils can thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning. Our team is passionate about early childhood education and we are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join us.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support a pupil with specific learning needs including communication and learning needs. On occasions, intimate care and support with mobility might be required. The ideal candidate will foster a positive learning environment, provide tailored support, and help enhance the pupil's academic and social development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the pupil in daily learning activities.
• Adapt teaching materials to meet individual needs.
• Monitor and record progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
• Promote independence and self-confidence in the pupil.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in a similar role or working with pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a commitment to pupil success.

Employment Checks

This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check.

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Safeguarding

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council's Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.

This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone's business whether they work for, or on behalf of, the Council.

Support & Additional Info

• Please contact the HR Systems Team as early as possible if you're unable to apply online by emailing [e-mail].
• Please contact the Recruitment Team if you have any queries relating to this vacancy by emailing [e-mail].
• Local Government Employees on National Joint Council (NJC) terms are subject to national pay bargaining; all salaries currently stated in our adverts are as of 01/04/2023.
• Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; therefore prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the person specification and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Welsh language skills are not needed. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.