1 - 2 - 1 Learning Support Assistant (25 hours)

We are looking to appoint a 1-2-1 Learning Support Assistant as soon as possible to join a strong team of support staff.

Little Reddings is a two-form entry primary school with nursery. We serve an ever-diversifying community in Bushey. We are part of the Bushey St James Academy Trust with Bushey Meads secondary school. We have families attending our school both from the local community and from further afield and draw children from a wide spectrum of social and economic backgrounds including social housing, a traveller site, Forces families and private housing.

The staff, Governors and children are all extremely friendly and supportive. The school offers great opportunities for staff development and is on an exciting journey towards excellence.

Do you have the necessary skills and experience to support a Year 2 pupil 1-2-1 with severe learning difficulties?

We are looking for a learning support assistant who has:

• A proven record of excellent classroom practice

• A commitment to make learning fun and exciting

• An ability to support the school in overcoming barriers to learning

• A sense of humour and can work as part of a team

• The ability to stay calm under pressure

The position is for 25 hours per week. The post is a temporary contract linked to a specific student whilst they are attending the school. The salary for this post is APT & C Points 5 - 6 plus London Fringe (currently £19,312pa - £19,698pa + £898pa), paid pro rata for the hours worked, and is dependent on qualifications and experience.

Applicants should be educated to post 16 level or above and have a high degree of common sense.  Experience of working with children and the willingness to undertake suitable training is essential.

Please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Rebecca Tregear should you wish to discuss the role further. Visits to the school are positively encouraged. If you are interested in applying for this Learning Support Assistant position please send in a completed application form along with a covering letter to:

Mrs Rebecca Tregear

Little Reddings Primary School

Harcourt Road

Bushey

Hertfordshire

WD23 3PR

Telephone 020 8950 5388            Email: Head@littlereddings.org.uk

Closing date for applications:  Friday 7th May (9am)

Interviews:  TBC

(Please note: applications for this post must include the school’s application form).

Bushey St James Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An offer of employment will be subject to a number of pe-employment checks including ID and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory written references, occupational health check and a successful Enhanced DBS check.