Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

36 hours per week, Term Time only + 5 training days 

Permanent

£17,036 - £17,432 per annum inclusive of Outer London Weighting, Scale 3

+ £1,076 Special Schools Allowance

REF: SCH/16475SR

Location: South Harrow

Work Pattern: Mon 8.30-16.45, Tues 8.30-16.15, Wed 8.30-16.45, Thurs 8.30-15.45, Fri 8.30-15.30

Start Date: As soon as possible

Governors of this happy and successful primary special school in South Harrow are seeking to appoint a full time Learning Support Assistant to join our team, as soon as possible.

Alexandra School currently has up to 80 special needs pupils on roll. Children learn in class groups of 9 or 10, supported by one or two LSAs. Alexandra School is part of the Eden Academy. To find out more about our school please visit our website: www.alexandra-school.co.uk

The children at Alexandra have a range of Moderate Learning Difficulties. There are children with language and communication difficulties. Other children may have difficulties associated with social, emotional and behavioural needs. Some children have a diagnosis of an autistic spectrum condition. 

The qualities we look for in our staff are: commitment, enthusiasm, resilience, warmth, a growth mind-set, and good personal organisation. These staff can perform to the highest professional standard. Basic ICT skills are essential. Staff at this school are ready to engage fully with all aspects of school life, including supporting the children in class, at playtime, while swimming and on our annual overnight camping trip! 

Short-listed candidates will be informed with at least a day’s notice by phone or email.

CLOSING DATE: 15 October 2018 - NOON

INTERVIEW DATE: w/c 29 October 2018

CVs will not be accepted 

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.