Secondary Learning Support Assistant: SEND & EAL Support

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School; Tyttenhanger; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe allowance

Term-time schedule

Job summary

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School invites applications for Learning Support Assistants to join a friendly, experienced team supporting pupils with SEND, EAL and other vulnerable groups. Candidates should be confident, caring, and able to form positive relationships with young people.

You will be asked to answer specific questions in the personal statement section. The role involves working 32.5 hours per week during term time plus inset days, with a salary of £25,583 to £25,989 plus a fringe

Qualifications

• Experience working in secondary education.
• Experience with pupils with SEND.
• Knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures in schools.
• Able to work collaboratively with other adults and triangulate data to inform priorities.
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential issues.
• Experience using school systems (ClassCharts, Arbor).
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and their families.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils and staff to raise standards and achievement.
• Assist with SEND, EAL and vulnerable groups.
• Contribute to inclusive practice and pupil care.
• Support safeguarding and welfare arrangements as part of the school team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Team player

Good humour

Tools

ClassCharts

Arbor

Job description

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School invites applications for Learning Support Assistants to join a friendly, experienced team supporting pupils with SEND, EAL and other vulnerable groups. Candidates should be confident, caring, and able to form positive relationships with young people.

You will be asked to answer specific questions in the personal statement section. The role involves working 32.5 hours per week during term time plus inset days, with a salary of £25,583 to £25,989 plus a fringe