Learning Support Assistant

Fixby Junior and Infant School; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Gym Access (at Rastrick High)**

Onsite car park

Discounted Nursery (Smarties Nursery)

Job summary

Fixby Junior and Infant School in Huddersfield is seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our support team. You will help teachers deliver adapted lessons and support pupils in small groups and whole classes.

The role requires EYFS knowledge, pastoral experience with children, and the ability to motivate students to achieve targets. We offer a strong support team, professional development, and opportunities to share good practice.

Qualifications

• EYFS knowledge is required.
• Pastoral experience with children.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve targets.
• Ability to work in a team and build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver programmes of support, including interventions for identified pupils.
• Support delivery of the curriculum to small groups or whole classes.
• Provide a visible, high‑profile presence to support a calm, safe environment.
• Assist with lunch-time supervision to maintain order and safety.

Skills

Motivate and inspire students

Pastoral experience

Literacy and numeracy

Teamwork

Confidence and enthusiasm

Positive behaviour promotion

Education

EYFS knowledge

Job description

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and inspirational Learning Support Assistants to join our support team.

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

This role will include small group work and SEN interventions

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.

Salary Information:

NJC Scales 2-3; Scale points 4 - 6. £26,016 to £26,847 full time equivalent.

• Based on working 32.5 hours per week: The current actual salary is £19,160 - £19,772 per annum.
• Based on working 22.5 hours per week: The current actual salary is £13,264 - £13,688 per annum.

Hours and work pattern:

Term time only either working:

• 32.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday from 08.30 - 15.30.
• 22.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday from 08.30 - 13.00

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.