Learning Support Assistant

The post is initially fixed term:2nd  September 2024 – 31st August 2025

Hours: 32.5 per week 8:30am – 3:30pm, 44.26 weeks (includes 5 inset days)

Salary: LBR 3, Point 6 (£27,434 FTE)

If you enjoy working with young children and have energy and enthusiasm, then come and work at SS Peter and Paul’s Catholic Primary School.

We are looking for a person who:

• Is cheerful, positive and willing to go the extra mile;
• Is enthusiastic, confident and able to show initiative;
• Is an effective communicator with pupils and staff;
• Is competent in the use of IT;
• Possesses good literacy and numeracy skills;
• Holds an NVQ L3 qualification;
• Has the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with pupils, treating them with respect and consideration.

You would be expected to:

• Work under less direct supervision by the class teacher and at times be expected to use their own initiative to organise activities and tasks
• You will use initiative and contribute to creating a stimulating and purposeful learning environment
• Work in partnership with other teaching assistants
• Provide feedback to the class teacher on the pupil’s progress
• Support the class teacher in planning differentiated work for the pupil
• Create simple resources to support the pupil’s work, as appropriate
• Attend INSET days per year and training as identified by the Head teacher

We can offer:

• Delightful pupils
• A well-resourced and spacious school
• A friendly and supportive team
• Commitment to your continuous professional development

Please email admin.sspeterandpauls@redbridge.gov.uk for an application pack

Application Closing Date: Monday 24th June midday

Interviews: Friday 28th June

SS Peter and Paul’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks. References will be sought and the successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Please note that we only accept completed CES application forms and do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.