Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant 1:1 Support

Fixed term-Linked to supporting a specific child

Working hours/weeks 15.45 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Salary Grade D 3-4 , £18,065-£18,426 per annum pro rata

Start date 6th January 2020

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? This could be the role for you! An opportunity has risen to support the learning of child in Key Stage 2 in the school. We are looking for a consistent, calm and caring person to join the team. As the role is to support a specific child the contract will be for as long as the child is with us; at present this is expected to be until the end of this academic year. 

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who can:

• Put the child at the heart of their learning and development

• Build great relationships with their parents and families

• Work to ensure excellent progress for the specific child

• Bring new ideas to enhance our provision further

• Be a team player that can work alongside our existing staff

We can offer you:

• Well motivated children and supportive families

• Enthusiastic and dedicated staff

• A driven and determined SLT 

• Loyal Governors

• A chance to work as part of our self-created Multi Academy Trust: Pathfinder Schools

Rothwell Junior School is a good school (OFSTED January 2019) which is part of the Pathfinder Schools Academy Trust.  We are based in the north of the county in the market town of Rothwell which has seen significant growth over the last few years.  

If you think you can contribute to our organisation we welcome your application. 

We are proud of our school and welcome visits from prospective applicants. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school Business Manager Di Calderone, dcalderone@rothwellschools.org.uk

To find out more and to apply please complete a Pathfinder Schools application form, which can be downloaded from the Pathfinder Schools website https://pathfinderschools.org.uk/join-us/vacancies . Applications should be submitted via email to recruitment@pathfinderschools.org.uk 

We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Interviews may begin soon after receipt of applications for shortlisted candidates, therefore we recommend that you apply early. 

Pathfinder Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

DBS, Reference, Identity, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are mandatory for all posts within Pathfinder Schools.