Learning Support Assistant - Primary

Bradford Academy; Bradford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Academy is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for our primary provision. You will work with class teachers to raise learning and attainment, promote independence, self-esteem and social inclusion, and give targeted support to pupils so they can access the curriculum and experience achievement.

The role is a full-time equivalent with term-time plus 5 days, and requires a full enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK, helping create a safe, inclusive learning environment for

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils in a primary setting.
• Ability to support individuals or groups to access curriculum.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS check and meet UK eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils.
• Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.

Skills

Pupil support

Team collaboration

Inclusion promotion

Curriculum access support

Job description

Full time equivalent salary

£22,191.67 Annually (FTE)Term Time plus 5 days

Learning Support Assistant - Primary job summary

The Learning Assistant will:

Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils

Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion

Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Organisation type Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 19

Bradford Academy ‘continues to be good. Relationships between adults and pupils and between pupils are cordial and open. This means that there is an atmosphere of mutual respect and care in the school. This has a very positive impact on learning and pupils’ progress’. Ofsted 2017

We have recently celebrated our tenth anniversary and continue to be judged by Ofsted as a ‘good school’. Having expanded our age range with Learners from the ages of 2 to 19, you will appreciate that this is no mean feat and we don’t sit still. We invest in supporting our Learners and our staff - we know that they are integral to our success.

Bradford holds a vibrant, diverse community and possesses unique character. Its diversity reflects Britain. The Academy plays an important part in preparing young people for life in our complex society. Learners are prepared to be active participants in their own communities through developing relationships and understanding the importance of exercising their voice. We hold this dear and believe it to be a major reason behind our success. We are developing leaders for the future; both staff and Learners. If you share our drive to make the school outstanding, make things happen and want to place your efforts where employees and students are known, valued and understood then we want to hear from you.

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