Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Leigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Shorefields is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to aid in the educational development of pupils aged 4-11. The role is integral to creating a positive learning environment and requires effective communication skills, organizational abilities, and a passion for working with children. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing educational setting.

Benefits

Supportive community

Motivated staff

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school environment.
• Understanding of SEN and child development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning learning activities and maintaining classroom resources.
• Support pupils in their development and independence.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Flexibility

Education

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths

Job description

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 29/06/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

Contract: Permanent, Full or Part Time considered

Salary: NJC Spine Point 2-5 (determined by candidate qualifications and experience)

Number on roll: 198 Age: 4-11

Job Title: LSA

Responsible to: Senior Leadership Team and class teachers

Salary Grade Range: NJC Spine Point 2-5 (actual point dependent on skills and experience)

Salary range according to above points: £18,096.07-£18,963.54

Weekly working hours: 32.5 hours per week

Daily working hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm (6.5 working hours) Monday to Friday (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break every day)

Weeks Worked: Term time only plus training on the first INSET day in the new academic year with a day off in lieu to be taken on the Trust INSET day (date to be announced each year). Paid for 44 weeks per year.

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and inspiring learning support assistant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We would like someone who:

·has successful experience working with children in a school environment;

·has experience in KS2;

·is well organised and has good organisational and ICT skills;

·has the ability to motivate, encourage and inspire pupils;

·is friendly, flexible, professional and resilient with the ability to remain calm under pressure;

·has the ability to establish rapport and respectful and trusting relationships with children, their families and carers and other adults.

·holds a GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and maths

·hasbasic first aid knowledge

·has the ability to communicate well/good active listening skills

·has an understanding of SEN, child development, physical/emotional wellbeing

·has the ability to work well on a team

·has good time management and creativity skills

·has understanding of legislation (GDPR, child protection, equalities, health & safety and CPD)

We can offer you:

·amazing children, with a passion for learning and a committed and motivated staff who love teaching;

·a forward thinking and inclusive team;

·being part of a wider and supportive Trust of Catholic schools;

·a welcoming community who have our children's best interests at heart.

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. Please contact the school office on 01268 683903 or email [e-mail] FAO Mr James Green Headteacher to arrange a visit.

Full details of the post and an application form are available on the school's website St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Website. All applicants must complete an application form. Please send completed application forms to [e-mail]. We are a Catholic School but applications are equally welcome from non-Catholics who support our Catholic ethos.

JOB PURPOSE:

To enable pupils' access to learning by supervising and assisting pupils across a wide range of activities and supported learning activities. To promote the development of the physical and mental well-being of pupils as directed by a teacher. To promote and adhere to the school's values and mission statement.

To contribute to the effective organisation of the school with administrative and clerical support.

DUTIES:

·Assist with the planning of learning activities by identifying and preparing resources required to support lesson plans and learning outcomes.

·Preparing materials/equipment (e.g., books, pencils, art supplies, sort games) preparing and clearing up activities with the pupils.

·Maintaining classroom resources and designated areas.

·Assisting with reading, word and number games, science and art and craft activities to support learning outcomes using the teachers planned teaching and learning method.

·Providing unobtrusive guidance and support to enable pupils to find answers to questions and tasks set, using knowledge of each pupil's differing levels of development and ability to ensure progression and continuity.

·Supervise individual or small groups of pupils undertaking teacher-led learning activities by co-ordinating and explaining basic instructions for the activity, adjusting activities within the scope of the lesson plan and learning outcomes in response to pupils' learning.

·Assisting pupil achievement by monitoring learning against learning outcomes, informing the teacher of progress/problems.

·Assist pupils to develop their independence through undertaking tasks.

·Support the use of IT as a tool to enable learning.

·Support the development of literacy and numeracy skills of pupils from a wide variety of backgrounds.

·Administer and mark routine tests with clearly defined predetermined answers.

·Assist with special activities in the school within school hours (e.g. sports days, plays, concerts, open days) accompany on school visits, projects

·Ensure that pupils work and play together positively and cooperatively by modelling and encouraging positive behaviour

·Helping pupils change for practical activities.

·Arrange classroom to create a positive learning environment including arranging classroom displays.

GENERAL:

·To follow school policies to ensure the safeguarding of children

·To follow school policies to actively support equality, diversity and inclusion and ensure the safety of all.

·To attend meetings and training sessions as required.

·To work with colleagues to achieve shared school objectives.

·At the discretion of the Headteacher, any other activities that are consistent with the nature of the job description

·To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training in discussion with line manager and attend relevant school meetings as required.

·The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Information about the School

St Joseph's aims to create and sustain an environment in which all people involved - children, staff and parents - may grow in their faith and in their love of God developing respect for themselves and an awareness of the needs and gifts of others.

We wish all children in our care to be happy and independent in a positive and encouraging atmosphere developing their own potential.

The school also undertakes to help and support the parents who are the first and most important educators of their children.

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a member of the Assisi Catholic Trust of schools. The aim of the Trust is to provide the children in its care with the best possible education within a caring and supportive Catholic ethos.

We will support the spiritual, moral, social, cultural and physical development of each child, as well as maximising progress, achievement and attainment to ensure their intellectual growth and to fulfil their potential.

Our Schools are:• Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Benfleet• Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Leigh-on-Sea• Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School, Rayleigh• Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Southend-on-sea• St Helen’s Catholic Primary School, Westcliff-on-sea• St George’s Catholic Primary School, Shoeburyness• St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Canvey Island• St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School, Rochford• St Thomas More High School, Westcliff-on-sea

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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