Learning Support Assistant - St Alban's Catholic Academy

Shorefields; Colchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading academy is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team. This part-time role involves supporting children with diverse needs and helping them achieve their best in a supportive environment. Candidates should have experience working with children, a positive attitude, and ideally hold an NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with varying needs.
• Ability to support the Catholic ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, emotional, and social support to children.
• Work alongside class teachers in various roles.
• May include lunch time duties.

Skills

Experience with children with a range of needs

Ability to positively support challenging behaviours

Inspire children with love of learning

Patience

Calmness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support/Early Years

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - St Alban's Catholic Academy

Job Ref No. ECC5234-197 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3

Position Start Date: 14/08/2024 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 02/07/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

Contracted Hours: Monday to Friday 08.45am to 15.15pm - 28hrs 45mins hpw

The Trustees of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust are seeking to appoint and experienced, enthusiastic, and caring Learning Support Assistant at St Alban's Catholic Academy. You will be working alongside class teachers and will work in a variety of roles, including supporting an allocated child, a group of children, or a whole class group. The successful candidate will be able to provide academic, emotional, and social support to enable the children to achieve their best. This role may also encompass lunch time duties.

As a Trust we have:

· Exceptionally well-behaved pupils who are proud of their school and achievements

· A welcoming and warm environment where everyone is valued and respected

· Strong and experienced leadership team, dedicated to the professional development of staff

· Strong Church community links and a supportive Governing Body

The successful candidate will have:

· Experience of working with children with a range of needs

· Able to positively support children who display challenging behaviours

· The ability to inspire children with the love of learning

· Be patient, calm and dedicated to their child's success

· Able to support the Catholic ethos of the school

NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support/Early Years, NNEB or equivalent qualifications would be advantageous.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please arrange to do so by emailing Mrs Irene Nelson, H.R. Manager for the Trust at [e-mail]. An application pack can be found at www.ourladyoffatimatrust.essex.sch.uk

Completed CES application forms should be emailed to Mrs Irene Nelson.

The school reserves the right to appoint a candidate during the application process.

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to support this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, an enhanced DBS.

Applications must be made using the school's downloadable application form. (CES Application Form). Available from the school website, CESEW website, or upon request.

Information about the School

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust was formed in August 2013 and incorporates St Alban's Catholic Academy and St Luke's Catholic Academy. Both schools are one form entry and are happy, exciting and inspiring learning environments.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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