Learning Support Assistant (SEN Early Years) & Learning Support Assistant (SEN) - Westfield School

Buckinghamshire Council; Bourne End; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate Learning Support Assistant at a primary special school dedicated to helping children with communication and interaction difficulties. This role is perfect for those who thrive in a supportive environment and are eager to contribute positively to the lives of young learners. With a focus on teamwork and innovative teaching approaches, you will play a vital role in nurturing each child's progress. Join a committed team that values every member and fosters a caring atmosphere, ensuring that every child reaches their potential. If you are ready to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Strong supportive management

Extensive training opportunities

Innovative teaching approaches

Positive working environment

Welcoming team of staff

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to assist children with communication difficulties.
• Must be a team player, trustworthy, and flexible in approach.

Responsibilities

• Support children in achieving their goals in a nurturing environment.
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated team to address challenging needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Trustworthiness

Flexibility

Organization

Calmness

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (SEN Early Years) & Learning Support Assistant (SEN) - Westfield School

“Staff are happy and proud to work at the school. They feel highly valued by leaders and are highly motivated to help pupils achieve their best.” Ofsted Inspection Report February 2024.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join the supportive and dedicated team at our primary special school for children experiencing difficulties with Communication and Interaction (within the Moderate Learning difficulty range) as soon as possible.

You will assist children in reaching their goals in a school that nurtures the progress of every individual.

Term time only: Yes

Salary Type: Bucks pay

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 39 weeks (term time only plus INSET days) 33.5 hours per week (Monday 08:30-16:30, Tuesday-Friday 08:30-15:30)

Interviews to be held: To be confirmed. Applications will be considered on receipt and we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to interview candidates and withdraw the post if an appointment is made.

About us

We are a coeducational primary special school for children who learn within the National Curriculum expectations at a MLd needs relevant level, and who experience difficulties arising from communication and interaction. The vast majority of our pupils also have a diagnosis of ASd. The school’s expansion allows us to build on our success.

About the role

Westfield School is a calm, friendly and exciting place to work with superb space and facilities.

We can offer you:

1. Strong supportive management
2. Extensive and wide-ranging training
3. Innovative approaches to teaching and learning
4. A positive, caring and forward-thinking environment
5. A committed and welcoming team of staff and governors

About you

We are seeking someone to join our strong staff team dedicated to supporting children whose needs can be challenging. We are looking for an applicant who is:

1. A team player
2. Trustworthy and reliable
3. Flexible in their approach and positive in outlook
4. Well organised and calm

Completed applications should be emailed to [e-mail]. Only applications submitted on the current Buckinghamshire County Council application form will be considered.

Please note we do not accept CV’s.

Westfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS, Teaching Regulation Agency, childcare disqualification, qualification and reference checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.