Learning Support Assistant

Luddendenfoot Academy; Calderdale; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite car park

Free Gym Access (Rastrick High School)

Discounted Nursery

Job summary

Luddendenfoot Academy is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team during a maternity period. You will assist in delivering adapted lessons and supporting pupils to reach their potential. You will work with teachers and SEN staff to provide targeted interventions, small-group and classroom support, and maintain a calm, safe environment during lunch periods.

Experience with EYFS is essential. Term-time only, 19.5 hours weekly (Wed–Fri, 08:30–15:30).

Qualifications

• Pastoral experience of working with children.
• Knowledge of EYFS is required.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy competency.
• The ability to motivate and inspire students.
• The ability to work with and contribute to your team.
• The ability to build good working relationships.
• The ability to promote positive behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Deliver programmes of support, including interventions for identified pupils working in collaboration with leaders, teachers and other support and SEN staff.
• Support the delivery of the curriculum to small groups or whole classes of pupils to access their learning through the distribution and delivery of learning resources.
• Provide a visible, high-profile presence in the school at all times, particularly during lunch periods to support a calm and orderly environment and pupil safety.

Skills

Pastoral care

EYFS knowledge

Literacy

Numeracy

Team collaboration

Student motivation

Behaviour support

Job description

We are a successful growing Multi Academy Trust with a family of one secondary school, six primary schools and two private day care nurseries in our care.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our expanding Trust, at an exciting time in our journey, with superb opportunities to develop and progress your career in a business that is growing rapidly.

Job Overview:

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic an inspirational Learning Support Assistant to join our support team to cover a period of maternity leave.

We have a relentless focus on working to provide the best possible support to ensure that all our students reach their full potential.

Core purpose:

To support teachers in the delivery of skillfully adapted lessons.

• To deliver programmes of support, including interventions for identified pupils working in collaboration with leaders, teachers and other support and SEN staff.

• To support the delivery of the curriculum to small groups or whole classes of pupils to access their learning through the distribution and delivery of learning resources.

• To provide a visible, high-profile presence in the school at all times, but particularly through designated school lunch periods to support:
  • the delivery of a calm and orderly environment
  • excellent standards of pupil behaviour and safety
  • pupils' enjoyment of their social time

What we offer:

• A strong support team which is focused on providing a first class service for the academy, as well as creating a calm atmosphere where students are ready and able to learn.

• An environment that supports professional development.

• Opportunities to share and develop good practice.

• Free Gym Access (at Rastrick High School).

• Onsite car park.

• Discounted Nursery (at Smarties Nursery).

What you offer:

• The ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their targets.

• Pastoral experience of working with children.

• A knowledge of EYFS is required.

• The ability to work with, and contribute to your team.

• Excellent literacy and numeracy competency.

• Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for learning.

• The ability to build good working relationships.

• The ability to promote positive behaviour.

The Applicant Information Pack includes a copy of the full job description and the person specification.

We are interested in individuals who are passionate about their skills and abilities and about making a difference. We have a strong focus on high standards and aspirations and welcome candidates who are professional and enjoy working as part of a team. If that sounds like you, and you want to be challenged in a supportive environment then.

Hours and work pattern:

Term time only (including training days) either working:

• 19.5 hours per week - Wednesday to Friday from 08.30 - 15.30.

This role is to cover a period of maternity leave and is due to end on 26 March 2027, or sooner if the maternity leave you are covering ends earlier.

Please note: This advert may close earlier than the advertised date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to receipt of satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, pre-employment checks and a probation period.