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Part-time LSA & Lunchtime Supervisor

Wymeswold Church of England Primary School, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 6TU

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  2 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  8 April 2025

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: Monday to Friday, 8:50am until 1:20pm, term time only.
• Contract type: Fixed term - One term initially
• Pay scale: Grade 5 Point 7

What skills and experience we're looking for

• The Learning Support Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the class teacher and will be involved in general classroom support, as well as provide support for SEN pupils to enable them to access the school curriculum and engage in all aspects of school life, in accordance with school policies and procedures. This may include supporting individual children in class, and working with small groups of children, both in the classroom setting or in a designated withdrawal area.

  Supervision and control of pupils in the dining hall, including, where appropriate, assist/supervise pupils with their general hygiene requirements.

• NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent.
• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting.
• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Empathy with children and young people.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Opportunities, and the ability to apply this to strategic work and day-to-day situations.
• An ability to perform all duties and tasks within the job description.

What the school offers its staff

We offer children who are motivated, well behaved and proud of their school. We are a dedicated and hard-working team of staff, with a committed Governing Body supporting us. We have strong links with other local schools, the local authority and our community, as well as the churches in Wymeswold. We have a caring school ethos where we enable all pupils in the school to live life in all its fullness by encouraging them to:

• Dream to be the best we can;
• Believe in ourselves and others through the Christian ethos of work to become independent, kind and respectful people who value individuality;
• Learn through an enriched, creative curriculum with high quality teaching in a happy, safe, secure environment;
• Aim to achieve our full potential by recognising our strengths and building on them.

We are a welcoming school with small class sizes and superb grounds. We are committed to professional development, as well as health and well-being.

Further details about the role

This role is initially for one term only, but may be extended further. There may also be scope for additional hours some afternoons, as and when needed, which will be agreed with the Head Teacher when necessary.

Commitment to safeguarding

Wymeswold C of E Primary School is committed to Safeguarding Children and Young People. As this post is required to work in ‘Regulated Activity’ an enhanced DBS with a Barred list check is essential. References will be sought in advance of the interview.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

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Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Additional documents

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About Wymeswold Church of England Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 118 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wymeswold Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: admin@wymeswold.leics.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01509 880561
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wymeswold-church-of-england-primary-school

Wymeswold C of E Primary School is a vibrant and friendly school in the village of Wymeswold in Leicestershire.

We have a strong Christian ethos where by working together we will enable all pupils in the school to live life in all its fullness by encouraging them to:
Dream to be the best we can;
Believe in ourselves and others through the Christian ethos to become respectful people;
Learn through the curriculum;
Aim to achieve our full potential.

Our school is a successful and happy place where our school ethos aims to encourage all children to achieve their best, develop their interests and talents and become caring, considerate members of the community. We place a great emphasis on being a 'family' within school and have excellent support from parents for all areas of school life and work. We are proud of our talented and dedicated team of teaching and support staff who work together to provide the best for all of our children.

Arranging a visit to Wymeswold Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@wymeswold.leics.sch.uk.

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