Learning Support Assistant at The Thomas Lord Audley School

Spring Meadow Primary School; Colchester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Cinema tickets

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

The Sigma Trust is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for The Thomas Lord Audley School to support students' academic and personal growth within a positive learning environment.

The role offers term-time working with non-pupil days, requiring empathy and commitment to safeguarding. You will work closely with teachers and SENCO to implement targeted interventions and build strong student relationships.

Qualifications

• GCSEA - C (or equivalent) Maths and English
• Understand procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality
• Understand the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals or small groups of children under the direction of teaching staff and or SENCO to plan and deliver wave 1, 2 and 3 interventions that have measurable impact for the specific needs of the student.
• Establish positive relationships with students and staff.
• Be a key worker for SEN pupils.

Job description

About this Role

BuildPositive Relationships, Achieve Positive Outcomes at The Thomas Lord AudleySchool.

Are you looking to join a communitythat is truly dedicated to the success and well-being of its students? Do youhave the skills to help every student reach their full potential, bothacademically and personally?

At The Thomas Lord AudleySchool, our vision is to empower our young people to be the best that they canbe. All our staff are highly committed to creating a positive learningenvironment and excellent relationships, allowing every student to grow and develop. We’re looking for a dedicated LearningSupport Assistant to become a vital part of our community and help uscontinue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge, and enjoyment.

Whether you're an experiencedprofessional or just starting your career, we offer a dynamic and stimulatingenvironment where you can truly thrive.

• Thesuccessful candidate will work 32.5 hours per week
• Thisis a 39-week-per-year role, which includes term time and non-pupil days

A Day in the Life:

You’llbe responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Workwith individuals or small groups of children under the direction of teachingstaff and or SENCO to plan and deliver wave 1, 2 and 3 interventions that havemeasurable impact for the specific needs of the student.
• Establishpositive relationships with students and staff.
• Be akey worker for SEN pupils.

What We're Looking For:

You are the perfect fit for our teamif you have:

• GCSEA - C (or equivalent) Maths and English
• Understand procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality
• Understand the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?

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

Professional Development:

A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.

Unrivalledopportunities to collaborate withcolleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professionalrelationships.

Employee Benefits:

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

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

TheSigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and youngpeople 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.

TheSigma 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.