Learning Support Assistant

Glyn School; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Access to LGPS pension scheme

Staff benefits portal

Career pathways and talent management

Job summary

Glyn School is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to support students across all key stages with a range of needs in a vibrant, inclusive environment. The role works alongside classroom teachers to provide essential in-class and targeted out-of-class support, helping students overcome barriers and achieve their learning goals.

Based in an Outstanding school with a strong ethos, the successful candidate will join a proactive LSA team and contribute to high aspirations and improved

Qualifications

• Be passionate about all students achieving their potential.
• Be a pro-active member of the team with a can-do approach.
• Be flexible and committed.
• Be passionate about the students’ learning and welfare.
• Be keen to be part of the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to students across key stages.
• Provide out-of-class monitoring and targeted support for students.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning while working with classroom teachers.

Skills

Pro-active team member

Flexible and committed

Student welfare focus

Learning support focus

Job description

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant eager for a new opportunity or looking to gain experience in an ‘Outstanding’ school?

Glyn School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work with students who have additional SEND needs. This position is ideal for both experienced Teaching Assistants and individuals aspiring to begin a career in education. We welcome applications from candidates at every stage of their professional journey.

Your opportunity

Glyn School’s SEND department plays an important role throughout the school. We are an enthusiastic and supportive department, who are committed to providing high quality teaching and support to our students.

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to support students across all key stages in their learning. Prospective colleagues will be able to successfully support students from a range of backgrounds, with a variety of needs. Working alongside classroom teachers, you will provide in-class support, out of class monitoring for students, and enable them to overcome potential barriers to learning. At Glyn School, we have a strong focus on high aspirations and on improving outcomes for young people. Our dynamic and dedicated LSA team is a core element of this drive and ethos.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidate will need to:

• Be passionate about all students achieving their potential
• Be a pro-active member of the team with a can‑do approach.
• Be flexible and committed.
• Be passionate about the students’ learning and welfare.
• Be keen to be part of the wider school community.

About Glyn School

Glyn School is a high performing school, with an Ofsted ranking of ‘Outstanding’ since 2009. Ours is a vibrant school for boys aged 11-16 with a flourishing and successful mixed Sixth Form. Founded in 1927, we have a rich history of academic, sporting and artistic excellence and in 2014 we were designated a teaching school, one of a select number that represent the most outstanding and innovative practice nationally.

Glyn School has a reputation for challenging and stretching students with engaging and enriching teaching across all key stages. Our values sit at the heart of all we do and underpins our aspiration that every student leaves us equipped with the resilience and drive that will enable them to forge rewarding futures for themselves.

Learning and Teaching is at the heart of Glyn School. We aim to deliver lessons that inspire and engage students who will then go on to fulfil and exceed their potential.

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.

• 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

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details:

Start Date:ASAP

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 30hrs a week, Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 3pm (Term time only 39 weeks including INSET)

Pay Scale: GLF Associate 2.1 - 2.3 £24,751 - £24,867 FTE

Actual Salary: £17,744.28 - £17,827.44

Closing Date: Wednesday 18th November at 11.59pm

Interview Date:TBC