Learning Support Assistant
Corpusty Primary School, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 6QG23 days remaining to apply
Job start date
24 February 2025
Closing date
13 January 2025 at 9am
Date listed
28 November 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £12.18 - £12.38 Hourly
Learning Support Assistant job summary
Purpose of the Role:
To assist in the support and inclusion of pupils with special educational needs within the school and to support the learning of all pupils as directed by the class teacher/SENDCO in order to maximise children’s potential.
Responsibilities
Supporting the pupil:
To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support needs relevant to the school
To develop an understanding of the specific needs of pupils to be supported
To aid the pupil/s to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom.
For example: Clarifying and explaining instructions ensuring the pupil is able to use necessary equipment Motivating and encouraging the pupil/s
Assisting in areas of specific weakness, such as writing tasks
Helping pupil/s to concentrate on and finish work set
Attending to pupils’ personal and health needs
Developing appropriate resources to support the pupil/s
Assisting in the management of pupils’ social interactions and behaviour
To establish a supportive relationship with the pupil/s concerned
To establish acceptance and inclusion of the pupil/s in the classroom
To manage pupil/s as advised by the school
To use methods of promoting / reinforcing the pupils’ self esteem
To ensure the safety of the pupil/s while in your care
To carry out any specific duties as outlined in the pupil/s support plan or EHCP
The school
We are a very unique, small, welcoming, and inclusive school, where children are happy, well-behaved and have a desire to learn. The teaching staff are resilient and dedicated and the school is focused on the professional development of all staff and the well-being of our children.
We genuinely believe that all our children have infinite potential and it is our job to unleash it. We are passionate about making a difference for all our pupils and require a like-minded leader to join us in this quest.
We are fully committed to the professional growth of our colleagues and in this role you will be invited to participate in a series of CPD events, leading to your rapid development as an innovative and highly effective leader. Those with an ambition to develop these skills and to grow as a future leader should be especially keen to apply.
Why choose us?
The staff at Corpusty Primary School are passionate about our school and are relentlessly focused on improving the achievement and opportunities for all our children. All staff who work here promote our ethos, vision and values and seek to improve and develop their own practice and performance for the benefit of the children.
We believe in high expectations, challenge and support to enable all our children to understand and develop into the best version of themselves. Through professional development, we support our teachers and teaching assistants to excel in creating a highly successful learning environment. We are an ambitious team who strive to ensure that all children enjoy learning and surpass expectations.
We would love to meet you and show you around the school or chat on the phone about the post. If you would like to arrange a visit or a phone call, please contact the school office: 01263 587320
Closing date: 13th January 2025, 9:00am
Shortlisting: 13th January 2025
Interview date: 20th January 2025
Corpusty Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be taken up prior to interview.
In line with KCSIE 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.
The post will be offered subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Corpusty Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 27 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Corpusty Primary School website (opens in new tab)
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