Learning Assistant (SEND)

Learning Assistant (SEND)

Ref: 16-17/RPA/010

32.5 hours a week, term time (39 weeks)

Required from September 2017

£16,781 - £17,772 (£12,543 - £13,284 pro rata)

Fixed Term for a Year

Closing date: 10 July 2017 at noon 

We are seeking a passionate and committed Learning Assistant to support a named pupil on a one to one basis at the Rushden Primary Academy.

This brand new state of the art academy opened in September 2015 and now has two reception classes and a combined Year one and two class full of delightful, well behaved children as well as friendly and supporting staff. The academy will grow year on year until it reaches full capacity in September 2021.

We require a skilled and committed Learning Assistant to mainly work with an individual child who has special or particular needs, in accordance with the child’s statement and as directed by the teacher. You will also provide support to the Teacher across a range of child centred activities to promote child development and learning and may be required to take small groups. Experience of working with children on the autistic spectrum would be desirable.  

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate;

• a range of behaviour management strategies and learning skills;

• be well organised and have high expectations of achievement and behaviour;

• possess excellent communication skills, at all levels;

• have previous experience of working in a similar role.

Training and support will be provided from a welcoming and professional teaching team.  If you think you have what it takes to work within this role we look forward to hearing from you.

For further information, please visit our website.

http://www.greenwoodacademies.org/vacancy/11674/ 

Alternatively, please call our Recruitment Line on 0115 748 3344

Complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form by visiting:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GATequalops 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.