Learning Support Assistant IR
King Ecgbert School
Sheffield
- £23,541 - £25,991 pro rata
- Expired
- Salary:
- NJC Grade 5 SCP 15 to 20
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 01/09/2021
- Apply by:
- 28 June 2021
Job overview
Specialist Learning Support Assistant (Autism) working
within the Integrated Resource – 32.5 hours per week, Term
time only. Grade 5.
Commencement Date: September 2021. Fixed Term for 1 year.
The Governors of King Ecgbert School are seeking to appoint a specialist Learning Support Assistant to commence September 2021 in this outstanding, system leading school at the heart of the Mercia Learning Trust.
We are delighted to offer the opportunity to join our successful, forward looking Integrated Resource team. We are looking for an outstanding Specialist LSA wanting to join a friendly team, which strives to give students with Autistic Spectrum Conditions an excellent, supportive and fun learning experience, whilst maintaining great outcomes. We are seeking to appoint an LSA with the skills and experience to not only support students who have a place in the Integrated Resource, but also to build relationships with staff and students in the wider school community to enhance tolerance, understanding and an inclusive attitude towards students with ASCs. The desire to develop a wide range of knowledge within all areas of the curriculum is imperative.
Whilst the contract is fixed term, applications are welcome from candidates looking to use the role to gain experience before progressing to another role such as trainee teacher. We also provide initial teacher training.
King Ecgbert School is part of a successful academy trust (Mercia Learning Trust); this allows opportunities to work with other successful departments and leading professionals to constantly improve staff through specific and focused CPD.
We hope that our recruitment pack and website provides you with plenty of information about us.
However, should you require any additional information, or would like an informal discussion please contact us on 0114 235 3855 or email fevans2@ecgbert.sheffield.sch.uk
To apply, please complete the application form included within this application pack.
The Mercia Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring
Service.
Closing date for applications is: Midday on 28 June 2021
Interviews are provisionally scheduled for: Week commencing 5 July 2021
Attached documents
About King Ecgbert School
- King Ecgbert School
- Totley Brook Road, Dore, Sheffield
- South Yorkshire
- S17 3QU
- United Kingdom
About King Ecgbert School
King Ecgbert School is a large 11-18 secondary school of roughly 1450 students, including a sixth form of around 380 students. Our school is situated in Dore in the south-west of Sheffield, close to the Peak District. We serve a vibrant and diverse catchment, stretching from the very edge of the city to the very centre, following the Abbeydale corridor; we are a truly comprehensive school.
A 'System Leading School', and part of Mercia Learning Trust, King Ecgbert School is rated as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, was awarded World Class School status in 2018 and was voted World Class School of the Year in 2019.
Headteacher
Paul Haigh
Values and vision
At King Ecgbert School, we believe in academic excellence for all, showing respect at all times, and having high aspirations and personal goals that go beyond our time in school. We are committed to providing outstanding education for all in a safe, happy and positive learning environment.
Mercia Learning Trust’s mission is:
Working as individual schools, and in partnership, our singular intention is to ensure every pupil, whatever their background, will attend an exceptional school. We believe pupils should enjoy school, feel safe and fully supported, be inspired to learn, develop character and aspiration, and realise their full potential. We are so committed to pupil success and wellbeing that we choose to think of every pupil we serve as if they are our own, and to measure our actions and impact against this.
Ofsted
“Overall, students make outstanding progress. The proportion of students achieving the highest grades at both GCSE and A Level is consistently well above average.”
“Disabled students and those who have special educational needs make outstanding progress as a result of excellent, targeted interventions. Students with autism spectrum conditions receive outstanding care and guidance to support their achievement.”
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