SEN 1:1 LSA
Marden Lodge Primary School
Caterham
- Expired
- Salary:
- £10,874- £12,300
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- asap
- Apply by:
- 20 November 2017
Job overview
Outstanding SEND Learning Support Assistant Required for Marden Lodge Primary School.
Marden Lodge is a community primary school educating children from age two years to eleven years. Our school is set in lovely grounds and our forward thinking approach and dedicated staff aim to provide the best education for our children, bringing learning to life through our thematic curriculum.
As an academy within GLF Schools, we benefit from sharing outstanding resources, and support in every aspect of school life from learning and teaching to staffing and educational expertise.
We are now looking for an excellent Learning Support Assistant who will play a key role in supporting the learning of a pupil with their individual needs.
The successful candidate will support the class teacher with their responsibility for the development and exceptional education of the children. They will have experience of SEN and will provide specific support to meet the needs of individual children, including those with EHCP. Also to use routine supervision and care skills to support these children.
The successful candidates will also need to be able to work collaboratively and flexibly within our team, build good working relationships with both children and adults and demonstrate a respectful and caring attitude towards all our children.
The role is:
• 30 hours per week post supporting a child with behavioural needs and Learning difficulties (Daily 8.45 am – 3.30)
• Term time only and temporary whilst the child is on roll
The ideal candidate will:
• An experienced Learning Support Assistant, preferably with KS1 experience
• Able to develop positive relationships with young people, valuing their diversity, in order to enhance their learning and social development
• Able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the child with whom you are supporting.
• Able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• A reflective learner
• Effective in communicating with parent
For information about the role or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school office.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.
Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.
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About Marden Lodge Primary School
Welcome to Marden Lodge Primary School, part of GLF Schools. We are an all through primary school with the additional benefit of day care on site which includes full wrap around care, including breakfast and after school provision. The school is situated on a pleasant site on the outskirts of Caterham and integrates all phases of learning. Our outdoor facilities include a playing field, adventure playground, a covered heated swimming pool and a large playground.
At Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery, we aim to provide an education which excites and inspires our children. Through building on the children's interests, exciting their curiosity, developing their skills and having high expectations for achievement, we aim to ensure that every child is challenged to achieve the best that they can.
Our staff work closely as a team, and with the school community, in order to ensure that the children have high quality experiences at our school.
Marden Lodge is an exciting, friendly and engaging place to work and learn. Working as part of the Marden Lodge Team will provide you with opportunities to really make a difference to the lives of our pupils. We are on a journey to make Marden Lodge the school of choice in the local area and we welcome you to join us.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.
- Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
Our Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
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