Learning Support Assistant

St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Buckhurst Hill; Buckhurst Hill; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Wellbeing day

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

EFSPT is seeking an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our caring, friendly team to work on a one-to-one basis with a child. The post may involve working with children to support one-to-one and lead small group interventions.

The successful candidate will hold an NVQ Level 2 or above, have experience with children with a range of special educational needs, and be able to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant qualification at NVQ Level 2 or above.
• Have some experience of working with children with a range of special educational needs.
• Have a caring nature.
• Be able to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Be able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Work on a one-to-one basis with a child.
• Lead small group interventions as required.

Skills

NVQ Level 2

SEN experience

Caring nature

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our caring, friendly and hard-working team, to work on a one-to-one basis with a child. As well as having a strong understanding of building strong relationships with adults and children, we are also looking for someone who can use their initiative. The post may involve working with children to support one-to-one and lead small group interventions.

Working Pattern: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 08:45 - 15:15 and Tuesday 08:15 - 15:15 (with half-hour unpaid lunch each day )

The successful candidate will need to:

• Hold a relevant qualification at NVQ Level 2 or above
• Have some experience of working with children with a range of special educational needs
• Have a caring nature
• Be able to communicate effectively with children and adults
• Be able to work as part of a team

In return we can offer:

• Friendly experienced team
• Training
• Access to the local government pension scheme
• A wellbeing package including an annual term-time wellbeing day and Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust (EFSPT) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS check and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed. Online searches are conducted on all shortlisted candidates. EFSPT is committed to equality, and to making fair and equitable treatment an integral part of everything we do.