Learning Assistants

Cherry Fields Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in the UK is seeking dedicated Learning Assistants to support students with additional educational needs. Candidates should be enthusiastic and committed, ideally with experience in a similar role. The position offers opportunities for career progression within a collaborative school environment, with generous employment benefits and a competitive salary scale.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Qualifications

• Experience as a Learning Assistant or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of SEND and supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support education and progress of assigned child or classroom.
• Develop effective working relationships with parents and carers.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Commitment to teamwork

Ability to engage students

Passion for children's learning

High expectations of achievement

Effective communication

Job description

Cherry Fields Primary School are looking for hardworking and dedicated Learning Assistants to join our wonderful team.

You could be supporting a child on a 1 : 1 basis or a class teacher as a generalist LA so a can do approach and flexibility are attributes we are looking for. You could be deployed to Nursery or elsewhere in the school depending on your experience.

Ideally you will be an experienced Learning Assistant with knowledge of SEND and supporting pupils with additional needs but whatever your level of experience please use the supporting statement on the application form to show us how you match the skills we need and what you can bring to the role.

Your opportunity

Our Learning Assistants really are valued members of our team and are expected to support the education and progress of either an assigned child who needs additional support with their learning or in a more generalist role within a classroom.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing diverse and welcoming primary school. Our schools have a passion for and understanding of what effective learning is and we help to inspire our pupils to be the best they can. For your hard work we can offer excellent CPD opportunities and the support of a strong collaborative team.

Please read the application pack which includes the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your personal application statement demonstrates how your skills match what we are looking for.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a candidate who will

• Be enthusiastic and committed to work well as part of a team as well as being self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Be committed to developing and sharing outstanding practice across GLF Schools.
• Have the ability to enthuse and engage students in purposeful learning experiences
• Be dedicated to ensuring that all children achieve their very best.
• Be passionate about the children’s learning and welfare.
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Develop effective working relationships with parents / carers staff external professionals and the wider community.
• Be committed to personal career progression and enhancement.

About the Banbury Cluster

Cherry Fields, William Morris, Hardwick and Longford Park make up a newly established cluster of Primary schools overseen by a Regional Director. The Banbury cluster have a collaborative approach to working which means the schools work closely together to provide an outstanding educational experience to the local communities. The schools benefit from being able to share resources, knowledge and best practice to support each other and maintain high quality teaching. Joining us will allow for opportunities for career progression across the cluster and give you the chance to enhance your professional skills.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 17000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to grow, learn and flourish.

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work‑life and family‑friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date : ASAP

FTE Salary range : GLF Associate 2 Point 1 23651

Pro‑rated (actual) Starting Salary : 18368

Hours : 8:15am‑3:15pm Monday‑Friday 32.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year (term time)

Contract : Permanent

Closing Date : 24th November

Interview date : TBC

Candidates may be shortlisted and invited to interview before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event a suitable candidate is found.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full‑Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1