Learning Support Assistant - Templenewsam Halton Primary School

Leeds City Council; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their friendly team. In this role, you will support students with additional needs, ensuring they have access to learning opportunities. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff, contributing to a nurturing environment that promotes ambition and excellence. The position offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension scheme and health insurance. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in children's lives while being part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

£5k cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym

Family health insurance

Private medical insurance

Dental care plans

Discounts at major retailers

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Ability to support students with additional needs effectively.
• Experience in classroom management and collaboration with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in managing pupils in the classroom.
• Work with the SENDCo to support children with additional needs.

Skills

Support for additional needs

Classroom management

Collaboration with teaching staff

Education

Relevant educational qualifications

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Templenewsam Halton Primary School

Pay: Competitive

Location: Leeds/England

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: req23197

Templenewsam Halton Primary School - Schools

Salary: FTE salary: £21,030 per annum (Actual salary: £17,585.50 per annum)

Hours: 37 (Term Time plus 5 Training days)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closes: Tuesday 4th July 2023 12 PM

Job Ref: req23197

Role Profile:

Learning Support Assistant

Templenewsam Halton Primary School, part of Red Kite Learning Trust

Contract: Permanent. 38 weeks per year based around term times

Hours: Full time, 37 per week

FTE salary: £21,030 per annum

Actual salary: £17,585.50 per annum

Holidays: equivalent to 14 weeks per academic year

For more information on our school: www.tnhps.co.uk

At Templenewsam Halton, we are a friendly, forward-thinking team who put the needs of the children at the heart of all we do. Living our school values of Motivated, Safe, and Respectful, we believe strongly that establishing the conditions for great learning is the foundation upon which our curriculum is built. We are now looking for a new Learning Support Assistant to support our students with additional needs as part of the Templenewsam Halton family.

We are looking for someone who:

• Can work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils with additional needs
• Will assist the teachers in the management of pupils in the classroom
• Is able to work with the SENDCo and team of LSAs within the phase to ensure children are supported with their learning regardless of additional needs.

As a member of our Trust, you will benefit from:

• Being part of a truly collaborative trust, working with professional generosity and towards our shared mission of Nurturing ambition, delivering excellence and enriching children’s lives
• Our Trust commitment to continued investment in our people, supporting every member of staff throughout their career to be the best they can be
• A clear set of values, a celebration of equality and diversity, and a working environment built on respect, kindness, and promotion of positive wellbeing

We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package including: excellent pension scheme, £5k cycle to work scheme, discounted gym, family health, private medical insurance and dental care plans, discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers, and our employee assistance programme accessible by you and your family.

Next steps:

To discuss the role or pay us a visit before applying, please contact Luke Finch on [e-mail].

For further information, please contact [e-mail].

Interviews planned to take place on the week commencing 10th July 2023.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

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About the company

Leeds City Council is the local authority of the City of Leeds in West Yorkshire, England.