Learning Support Assistant(s)

The Governors of this caring and successful school wish to appoint enthusiastic, motivational Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated team at this exciting time in the life of the school. We are looking for Learning Support Assistants who want to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils to inspire a desire for learning, to maintain our high standards and make a significant impact on the life chances of our pupils.

The successful candidates will excel in meeting the diverse needs of our pupils.  You will be supported within your class by a Teacher and Learning Support Assistants who have a secure understanding of the rewards and challenges in our school. Our staff are passionate about developing the learning and life chances and opportunities of our pupils and young people.

Broomfield South SILC is a 2-19 special school maintained by Leeds City Council at present and will be joining Cockburn MAT in the near future.  Our pupils and young people have a wide range of learning difficulties, including Autistic Spectrum Condition. 

 We offer an inclusive setting operating on the main Broomfield site and two mainstream partnership sites:

• Windmill Primary School

• Rodillian Academy 

This enables us to meet a wide variety of pupils’ needs and provide support and advice to the community.

Staff can be expected to work on any of the three sites if required

The successful candidate will have;

• Experience of supporting pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs including Complex Autistic Spectrum Condition and challenging behaviours

• Maths and/ English Grades GCSE A-C or CSE level 1 or equivalent

• Use of basic technology – computer, video, photocopier

• NVQ/QCF or equivalent in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools or working towards is desirable 

In addition the following personal qualities;

• Positive attitude and creative attitude

• Resilience

• Enthusiasm and the ability to motivate and inspire others

• Able to work effectively in a team

• Able to use initiative

• Willingness to learn, reflect and share effective practice with others

In return we can offer:

• friendly, enthusiastic and highly motivated pupils and young people

• a comprehensive CPD programme with potential for career development and promotion

• the support of a strong, caring and committed staff team

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.