Learning Support Assistant (LSA) SEND
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0DTThis job expired on 22 March 2023
Start date details
TBA
Closing date
22 March 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
15 March 2023
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 17.5 per week (12:00 pm to 3:30 pm, Mon to Friday)
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £21,189 TO £21,575 FTE (Estimated actual £10,577-£10,770)
What skills and experience we're looking for
(Y)Our Opportunity
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Learning Support Assistant (SEND)to join our supportive and collaborative team. You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.
This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.
We are looking for someone who is:
A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
Consistent in a calm and fair approach
Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential.
What the school offers its staff
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
About Willow Brook Primary School
Willow Brook Primary School currently has 181 pupils ranging from 3 – 11 years. At Willow Brook we ensure every child receives a well-rounded education, develops a lifelong love of learning and achieves their best. We are at the heart of the local community, to find out more visit ourwebsite here.
Further details about the role
Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you:
Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
A comprehensive induction programme
Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life
balance
The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
Cycle to work scheme
TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
Free eye tests
Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
To discover what makes Willow Brook so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01206 864375 or emailOffice@willowbrook-tkat.org
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Commitment to safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
About Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 197 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery website
- Email address
- hr@tkat.org
School location
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