Learning Support Assistant 1:1
Marden Lodge Primary School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- FTE £17,934 - £20,653
- Job type:
- Part Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 9 October 2019
Job overview
Marden Lodge Primary School are looking for a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant. Monday to Friday, mornings and afternoons, term time only, timings to be discussed at interview.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: FTE £17,934 - £20,653 (Please note the successful candidate will have their salary pro rata'd dependant on the hours. For 33.5 hours a week (as an example), your pro rata salary would be £14,226 - £16,383
Contract: Part Time and Temporary (subject to EHCP funding)
Marden Lodge Primary School are looking to appoint an experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant who will play a key role in individual and small group support for identified children with special educational needs, including medical needs.
The successful individual will support the class teacher in the teaching and welfare of the assigned individual, ensuring they attain the targets set for them.
Dealing with the behavioural, communication, social and emotional development of the child is integral to this role.
The ideal candidate will be:
• Able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children that 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, including working closely with parents and outside agencies.
• Able to relate exceptionally well with children and to go that extra mile to help them achieve.
• Experienced in primary school environments.
• Experienced in how to observe and assess progression and attainment.
We can offer:
• A friendly and approachable team of enthusiastic colleagues.
• Continuous development through our tailored CPD programme.
• A supportive ethos where your contributions will be valued.
• Job satisfaction. Recognition of previous school continuous service.
• An attractive working environment and well behaved children and supportive families.
We would love you to come and visit us to get a better flavour for life at Marden Lodge and meet our wonderful children and friendly team! Please contact the school on 01883 343014 to arrange an appointment.
Closing date: Wednesday 9th October
Interview date: TBC
Start date: ASAP
GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities.
We reserve the right to withdrawn 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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