Learning Support Assistant - Term Time

Folkestonegirls; Ashford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A popular and expanding school in Ashford is seeking dedicated individuals to support children with learning difficulties. This part-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives, with a structured induction and training program provided. The position is term time only, allowing for a balanced work/life schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Learning Support Assistant preferred.
• Open to applicants seeking a career change into Education.
• Desire to enhance learning outcomes for children.

Responsibilities

• Support the needs of children with learning difficulties.
• Provide lunch cover and assist during training days.
• Participate in the comprehensive induction programme.

Skills

Kindness

Caring

Supportive

Job description

Are you looking for a different challenge? We have an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated, professional team supporting the needs of inspiring children with a range of learning difficulties. We are a popular school which is rapidly expanding and the additional staff are needed to support our growing numbers.

Term time only (plus 5 training days) which may suit those looking for the perfect work/life balance!

29.75 hours per week - 9am - 3:15pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and 9am - 4.15pm on Tuesdays (38 weeks per year + 5 Staff Training Days)

Salary Kent Scheme A= £17,103.46 (pro rata to the full time equivalent £24,513) Plus Special Educational Needs Allowance £1,194 pa (pro rata to the full time equivalent £1,485)

Part time contracts will be considered in line with the following work pattern:

Reduction of full days per week (as detailed above)

Lunch cover - 11-2 Monday to Friday

Casual Relief

We would very much welcome applications from existing Learning Support Assistants and from applicants looking for a career change into Education. We offer a comprehensive induction programme, with full training and support from our dedicated onsite teams.

We are looking for kind, caring, supportive individuals who really want to make a difference and enhance the learning outcomes of our amazing young people. In return we offer immense job satisfaction and the chance to become part of our wonderful Wyvern team.

This post is subject to an online check and enhanced DBS check.

After the closing date for this post a panel will conduct the shortlisting process.

You will be selected for interview based entirely on the contents of your application form. It is therefore important that you fully read the Job Description and Person Specification prior to completing your form.

After the shortlisting process has been completed candidates who have been selected for interview will be informed and provided with full details of the interview programme.

If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of the closing date for this post, you have, on this occasion, unfortunately been unsuccessful.