Learning Support Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Tendring; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Blue Light Card

Pension scheme

Job summary

The Sigma Trust invites applications for an Learning Support Assistant at Alton Park Junior School. The role supports teaching staff and delivers targeted help to pupils to ensure safe, happy and successful learning experiences.

Ideal candidates will have experience with children in a school setting, SEMH support, basic First Aid knowledge, and NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support or equivalent; NVQ Level 2 is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school/early years environment.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Basic knowledge of First Aid and understanding of school procedures.
• NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support/Early Years or equivalent qualification/experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals or small groups of children under the direction of teaching staff.
• Implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities as needed.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils.
• Support pupils with literacy and numeracy activities.
• Support ICT use in the classroom and develop pupils' ICT competence and independence.
• Promote positive pupil behaviour in line with school policies and keep pupils on task.

Skills

Experience with children

SEMH support

First Aid knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support/Early Years

Job description

Join a Community Where Everyone Matters at Alton Park Junior School

Are you a caring individual who believes in the importance of safety and responsibility? Do you want to be part of a team dedicated to helping children feel safe, happy, and valued?

At Alton Park, we have a strong sense of community and high aspirations for our children. We are committed to preparing children for lifelong learning through an engaging and relevant curriculum, filled with first-hand experiences.

We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work in partnership with class teachers to support learning in line with the national curriculum, codes of practice, and school policies and procedures.

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Start Date: ASAP (subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks)
• Working Hours: 27.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only)
• Working Pattern: 8:45am - 3:15pm Monday to Friday

A Day in the Life:

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Working with individuals or small groups of children under the direction of teaching staff
• Implementing planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to pupils' responses as appropriate
• Establishing positive relationships with pupils
• Supporting pupils with activities which support literacy and numeracy skills
• Supporting the use of ICT in the classroom and developing pupils' competence and independence in its use
• Promoting positive pupil behaviour in line with school policies and helping to keep pupils on task.

What We're Looking For:

You are the perfect fit for our team if you:

• Have successful experience working with children in a school/early years environment
• Have successful experience working with children with SEMH needs
• Have basic knowledge of First Aid and understanding of the school
• Being educated to NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support/Early Years, NNEB or equivalent qualification/experience would be an advantage.

Please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.