Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Plume, Maldon's Community Academy
Essex
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- Band 2 (Point 11-14) £14,929
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 September 2024
- Apply by:
- 6 May 2024
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a part time Learning Support Assistant with immediate effect on a permanent basis,30 hours a week, term time. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong SEND department in our highly successful academy which holds a good Ofsted status.
The core purpose of the role is to support the progress, learning, achievement, and wellbeing of SEND students in line with the National Curriculum, codes of practice and academy policies and procedures.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade [or grade 4] GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification. It is desirable that the applicant has further relevant qualifications e.g., TA qualification, qualification in childcare or A levels/Level 3 qualifications.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.
Responsibilities of the Post Holder
Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the Learning Support Assistant job description.
We Offer:
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric Vehicle Scheme
24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme
CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
Up to 25% Gym Membership
Free staff car park
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About Plume, Maldon's Community Academy
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.
Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family.
Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.
Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more.
As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development.
In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.
Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.
If you would like to telephone the Director of HR prior to completing the application form, Mrs. Dorcas Ologunde would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail. Further information about the academy including videos to give candidates virtual tours are available on our website at https://www.plume.essex.sch.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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