Learning Support Assistant at Richard Whittington Primary School

Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Richard Whittington Primary School in Bishops Stortford is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support pupils across the school day, working with teachers and the SENCo to support learning, wellbeing and inclusion for individuals, small groups and whole classes.

The role offers a friendly, collaborative environment, opportunities for training and career progression, and a commitment to safeguarding and high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learning, wellbeing and inclusion.
• Ability to work with pupils with additional needs.
• Willingness to collaborate with teachers and SENCo.

Responsibilities

• Support learning, wellbeing and inclusion across the school day for individuals, small groups and whole classes.

Job description

About this Role

Aspire Question Reflect Respect Care Collaborate

At Richard Whittington Primary School, we are looking to appoint a motivated and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support pupils across the school day. This is a varied and rewarding role working alongside class teachers and the SENCo to support learning, wellbeing and inclusion for individuals, small groups and whole classes, including pupils with additional needs.

At Richard Whittington, we believe every child has the right to access a broad and balanced curriculum, high-quality support and positive play experiences. We are committed to removing barriers to learning and helping all pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Working hours

Monday to Friday -25 or 32.5 hours per week, with part-time or flexible working options available by negotiation.

We offer

• A friendly, supportive and collaborative staff team
• An exciting and inclusive place to work
• Opportunities for professional development, training and career progression
• Training to support a range of needs, including communication and interaction
• A strong commitment to high standards and continuous improvement
• A positive ethos of working together to be the best we can be
• Supportive parents, governors and a committed school community

Richard Whittington Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and a medical check.

Ivy Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of our pupils and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS and online social media check. Further information about the disclosure can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.

Employment at Ivy Learning Trust is also subject to

• Satisfactory references
• Barred list check (regulated activity roles)
• Section 128 check (for applicable roles)
• Overseas criminal records check (where required)
• Identity check
• Right to work in the UK
• Evidence of qualifications applicable to the role
• Confirmation of registration with applicable registered body where applicable