Learning Support Assistant

We currently have an opportunity for a dynamic Learning Support Assistant to join our team on a fixed term contract.

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (full time) 8.30am-3.30pm Monday and Wednesday, 8.45am-3.45am Tues, Thurs & Friday, term time only. Applicants looking for part-time employment will also be considered.

Salary: £15,251 - £16,085 actual starting salary plus pension contribution, training and progression opportunities (FTE £20610 - £21736)

Start Date: September 2023 / as soon as possible

This is a fixed term contract until the end of the academic year 2023-24.

This role would suit a driven individual who is looking to gain experience of supporting learners with autism before securing a permanent position or to gain experience for further study in a Psychology field. You will have the opportunity to work alongside our therapy team and experienced Teachers.

Hardwick House School is a small specialist independent school for learners, aged 7-19, with high functioning autism. The school provides a safe learning environment in which our learners can thrive and succeed academically, socially and emotionally. You will be working alongside a range of colleagues at Hardwick House including our teachers, learning support assistants, support staff and therapists, all of which will support you to thrive in this role.

Who we’re looking for:

• Previous experience of working with children; experience with autism is desirable

• A proactive and can-do attitude

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above is essential, a university degree is desirable

• A commitment to the well-being of everyone at the school

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity of working in a supportive school community where every member is valued and work life balance is encouraged

• A weekly programme of CPD for personal and career development; we support our employees through additional training and qualifications

• Free access to an employee assistance programme which includes counselling for you and your family, all tea/coffee provided, and a staff rewards and benefits programme

• An additional week of annual leave in the Autumn Term

• To be part of a friendly and social staff team

Closing date: Friday 22nd September 2023

Interviews: We will interview candidates upon receipt of suitable application and might close this vacancy early.

Further information can be found in the application pack and on our school website. Enquiries and visits to the school are welcome. Please email or contact us via the school website, or apply here. Hardwick House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. References are sought prior to interview and candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to complete a DBS self disclosure form.