Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover)

The Perse School has an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join us at the Upper school to cover maternity leave. A successful Learning Support Assistant will have the capability to gain the trust and confidence of pupils, be supportive, non-judgemental, and positive. The Perse School is committed to providing every pupil with the opportunity to achieve their full potential. The Learning Support department aims to offer a secure and relaxed learning environment to promote pupil confidence, self-esteem, and independent learning. The post offers an exciting opportunity for an applicant to provide learning support to high ability pupils and deal efficiently with associated administration. Learning Support lessons are usually on a 1-2-1 basis, but occasionally small group work is required. The role will involve preparing and delivering sessions as well as administrative tasks relating to learning support.

The Perse School is one of the country’s leading independent day schools and registered charity, educating over 1,720 girls and boys aged 3 – 18. We are a very successful and special school which is both innovative and traditional, ambitious and caring, industrious and fun.

Further details including how to apply can be obtained from our website: https://www.perse.co.uk/work-with-us/

Closing date: Thursday 6th June at midday but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 13th June, unless candidates are invited to attend on an earlier date.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.