Learning Support Assistant Level 1

The Methodist Church in Britain; Woodborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Regular training

Friendly staff

Job summary

Pineham Barns Primary School is recruiting a fixed-term learning support assistant to work one-to-one with a single pupil. The role centres on meeting that child's personal needs and supporting their wider development in a primary setting. It runs Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 3.15pm, across 30 hours a week.

Applicants must have an enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. Training and safeguarding measures are provided.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Right to work in the UK.
• References from the last employer.
• Medical clearance.
• Online checks for shortlisted candidates.
• Safeguarding checks as part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for an individual pupil.
• Meet the personal needs of the pupil.

Skills

Primary education enthusiasm

Whole-child development

Flexible, energetic

Team player

Personal needs awareness

Professional development

Job description

Pineham Barns Primary School is recruiting a fixed-term learning support assistant to work one-to-one with a single pupil. The role centres on meeting that child's personal needs and supporting their wider development in a primary setting. It runs Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 3.15pm, across 30 hours a week. Candidates need an enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Provide one-to-one support for an individual pupil
• Meet the personal needs of the pupil

Skills & knowledge

• Enthusiasm for primary education
• Commitment to developing the whole child
• Flexible, motivated and energetic approach
• Works well as part of a team
• Commitment to meeting a child's personal needs
• Willingness to learn and keenness for professional development

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK
• Satisfactory references, one from the last employer
• Medical clearance
• Online checks for shortlisted candidates
• Other necessary safeguarding checks

Other

• Commitment to upholding safeguarding policies
• Willingness to train in first aid

What’s offered

• Professional development opportunities
• Regular training from senior leaders
• A friendly, positive staff team