Learning Support Assistant - To support an individual child

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team supporting an individual child.Job overviewUnder the instruction/guidance of class teacher and within the overall ethos of the Academy, undertake care and learning programmes and activities to support individuals or groups of pupils, including more specific support for those with special education needs. This will include working with an individual child with an Education Heath Care Plan. Enable access to learning for children and assist the teacher in the management of children and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or in other teaching areas.Working hours32.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 8.30am. to 3.30pmTerm time only to include 5 teacher training daysJob requirementsGood numeracy and literacy skillsEvidence of having worked with children in some capacityA positive interest in working with childrenKnowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of legislation.General understanding of National Curriculum, the foundation stage and other basic learning programmesAbility to build good working relationships with a range of colleaguesWhy join us?As a Learning Support Assistant within Sidney Stringer Primary Academy, you’ll be able to make a key difference to a pupil’s educational experience as a crucial part of the wider team, and will have the opportunity to develop your skill set with key training and development opportunities available.Interview on application and week beginning November 9th