Learning Support Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor to join our dedicated, supportive and hard-working team. The post involves working closely with the whole teaching team to provide high quality support to individuals and groups of pupils whilst promoting independence. Applicants must be willing to support individual children with learning needs if required.

We are looking for someone who

• is able to articulate and demonstrate support for teaching and learning.
• has an understanding of therapeutic approaches for children who have experienced early life trauma.
• is able to demonstrate a knowledge of or be willing to learn inclusion strategies to support children with SEND.
• is able to demonstrate an ability to engage learners in a variety of ways and has the ability to move pupils’ learning forward.
• able to communicate well with the whole school community, and be able to work as part of a team to make lessons and lunchtimes a valuable and enjoyable educational experience.
• is motivated, enthusiastic, reflective and committed to professional development.
• has an excellent level of literacy and numeracy skills.

What the school offers its staff

We will offer

• a team of practitioners who are striving and committed to providing the highest standard of provision and teaching for all.
• a positive and stimulating working environment with opportunities for on-going training and professional development.

Further details about the role

Application is via fully completed application form only. Completed application forms should be returned to our School Business Manager, Lynne Amor at personnel@bearwood-pri.wokingham.sch.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS Disclosure Procedures.