Learning Support Assistant SEN (19.5hrs)

Learning Support Assistant SEN

Endeavour MAT Grade 5 Point 14 £18,683-£21,312 (Actual Salary £8,146-£9,292)  19.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only)

1st September 2020 start.

We require a Learning Support Assistant to join the strong collaborative SEN department to support students that have special educational needs.

The successful candidate will be flexible, have a positive approach to their work and have the ability to work effectively in a team environment.  

The post is currently on a fixed term contract funding basis for 1 year, with the possibility for further extension.

This role is ideal for those who genuinely have a passion for helping children, particularly with learning difficulties, and also a fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in teaching to gain valuable first-hand experience. Training will also be offered.

WGSB is a member of the Endeavour MAT family of schools, which pride themselves on setting consistently high expectations, securing outstanding outcomes and delivering exceptional standards of teaching and learning for all.  Our students are encouraged to develop resilience and are supported to become innovative and thoughtful problem solvers via the Endeavour mindset programme.

We can offer you a dynamic and supportive environment in a thriving and forward-looking Trust.  

The Application Process

In line with the Government’s recent announcement, our School is closed until further notice. However, we are still busily planning for the forthcoming academic year and are excited about welcoming new recruits to come and join us. In place of school-based interviews, we have set up systems to ensure that alternative options are still available via Microsoft Teams, video conferencing. 

We would naturally welcome visits to the school, however, due to the current exceptional circumstances this will not possible at present, but may change!  Please see the job description for the post and if you would like a conversation with our Trust HR Manager or SENCO to discuss the role in more detail, we would be happy to arrange.

Deadline for applications is:  1pm Friday 17th July 2020, with interviews to take place w/c 20th July 2020.    Application forms are available on our website under Vacancies.  The school reserves the right to close the advert sooner if a number of successful applicants are received.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.