121 Learning Support Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a highly committed, outstanding Learning Support Assistant to work with children who are Autistic, have complex learning needs, medical needs such as epilepsy and who can present with challenging behaviour. The post holder will support these children across the school and in our school-based provision.

If you

• have experience of working in a busy classroom environment where no two days are the same
• have experience of working with children with complex needs including autism and ADHD
• have experience of working with children with epilepsy or other medical needs
• have experience of working with children presenting with challenging behaviour
• are organised and efficient
• have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• are able to use your own initiative
• have high expectations of self

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you

• a friendly working environment
• support and guidance
• an inclusive school community
• the opportunity for further professional development

Commitment to safeguarding

Sherington Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references amongst other pre-employment checks. We will also consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates to help identify any incidents or issues that are publicly available online. Shortlisted candidates will be informed that we may carry out these checks as part of our due diligence process.