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  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    23 September 2021 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    14 September 2021

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

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Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

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Learning Support Assistant job summary

Learning Support Assistant

Start Date: January 2022
Salary: Band 2 to midpoint
Hours per week: 8:30am – 4:00pm part time/full time – term time only

We are looking to appoint an experienced Learning Support Assistant to support children in their academic and social progress during school time and in the after school club. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, well organised person, who is a good listener and communicator, able to work with and alongside children, families, staff and external agencies.

Previous experience of working in a school setting is essential. NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support/Early Years, NNEB or equivalent qualification/experience required.

The successful candidate will be required to:
• Work as part of a team.
• Have a good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Show initiative and flexibility.
• Work successfully with young children.
• Model excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a good understanding of how children learn.
• Be flexible and able to adapt to the needs of the children.
• Lead interventions for small groups of children.
• Be committed to raising standards for all children.
• Be able to liaise closely with teachers, support staff, parents and the wider community.
• Follow the school’s nurturing ethos.
We can offer:
• An inclusive and nurturing ethos.
• Exciting and creative learning opportunities.
• A committed and dedicated staff.
• Enthusiastic and friendly children and parents / carers.

For further information, check out our school virtual tour at https://youtu.be/GRS1i0h0i34 this gives you a brilliant summary of the school. After watching the video and visiting our website at www.eastwoodprimaryschool.co.uk if you think we are the ideal setting for you and you can add to the school’s creativity and nurturing ethos please apply by requesting an application form from Diane Newnham at dnewnham@eastwoodprimary.southend.sch.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory references, medical check and an enhanced DBS clearance.

Closing date for applications: 23rd September 2021, 12 noon

Interview date: 30th September 2021

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.

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About Eastwood Primary School & Nursery

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
View all Primaryjobs
School size
465 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Phone number
01702525137

For further information, check out our school virtual tour at https://youtu.be/GRS1i0h0i34 this gives you a brilliant summary of the school.

Arranging a visit to Eastwood Primary School & Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email dnewnham@eastwoodprimary.southend.sch.uk.

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