Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistants (LSA) - full and part time vacancies are available

Salary

G7.7 - starting salary £27,274 per annum pro rata, £19,339 actual salary

Hours

30 hours per week full time, term time only.Temporary contract to start as soon as possible until 20.07.2027.

Probation period

This role is subject to passing a satisfactory probation period.Cotham School, a successful, vibrant and diverse 11-18 comprehensive school, wishes to appoint Learning Support Assistants for

SEND students who require 1

1 or shared support in school. You will be required to provide support for learning as well as the social/emotional development of other students on an individual or group basis, under the general direction of the line manager. We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Support Assistants who are motivated to support children with high needs, helping them to learn, thrive, and enjoy a fulfilling school experience. We are a successful and dedicated team who are eager to nurture and support a new colleague as they grow in confidence and develop their skills.

We offer

The opportunity to join a hugely successful and oversubscribed school.A wonderfully diverse student body.A highly cohesive, experienced and high-performing Senior Leadership Team.A committed and enthusiastic staff group.Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development. Cotham School is a great place to work. Our staff are a cohesive, friendly and high performing team of professionals who are keen to welcome new colleagues into our school community to contribute to and share in our achievements. Join us and you’ll receive a wide range of employee benefits including: Access to employee assistance programme – this includes counselling, physio sessions, menopause support, bereavement support and much more.Ongoing learning and development opportunities and access to the school CPD library.At least 5 inset (training) days per annum with the provision of free onsite drinks and meals.Comprehensive induction process.Competitive salaries which are reviewed annually.Family friendly policies and wellbeing support initiatives.Access to staff sports - yoga sessions and team sports are currently available.Option to participate in the cycle to work scheme.On site free car parking (when available).Free eye tests (Display Screen Equipment Users) and free annual flu jab.As a diverse school community, we particularly welcome applicants from underrepresented groups with regards to ethnicity, gender, age and disability. Cotham 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 staff will need to be DBS checked. Please visit our website for further details and application pack. We reserve the right to arrange interviews as suitably qualified and experienced candidates apply.