Learning Support Assistant (TA)

John Perry Primary School, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 8UR

9 days remaining to apply

Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
12 July 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
3 July 2024

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: Part time: 27.5 hours per week 5.5 hours per day Term Time Only
Contract type: Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary: £27,030 - £29,139

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and effective team player to join our team of LSAs to support the classroom teacher with their responsibility for the development and progress of all students, assist in the development of pupils’ learning and the provision of care and the management of students’ behaviour under the guidance of the teacher and Senior Leadership Team.

You will need to hold an NVQ 2 or above to apply and have recent and relevant experience. You will have high expectations of work and behaviour. You will be able to work effectively in a team and be flexible, as well as be able to show initiative.

What the school offers its staff

John Perry Primary is a ‘Good’ 3-form entry school. We have an exciting, inclusive and aspirational curriculum with good pupil outcomes at the end of each Key Stage.

We are seeking to appoint highly effective staff who are motivated and determined to make a real difference to our children’s lives. We aim to ensure that every child achieves and receives a broad and balanced education which fosters a love of learning.

John Perry is a fully inclusive school with an Additional Resource Provision for autistic children across the primary age range.

We can offer:

- A diverse, supportive and forward-looking community of staff and Governing Body

- Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development

- A dynamic, dedicated and hardworking team committed to school improvement

- A pleasant working environment in a friendly, successful school

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process, including a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure at Enhanced level, will be undertaken on all applicants.