Learning Support Assistant

Salary Scale: Grade 15 pt. 3-4 (Actual salary £15,786 - £16,047)

30 hours per week/ Term time only plus INSET days.

(with attendance to departmental meetings on Mondays until 4.15PM)

Starting: September 2024 or by arrangement

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 20th May 2024

Wadham School has been undergoing change since we became a full secondary school in 2022 and we are continuing to develop and enhance our school as we start the new school year in 2023.

We are seeking a passionate, energetic and ambitious Learning Support Assistant as we expand our friendly team. Our Learning Support Assistants work alongside teaching staff and in small groups to support students through a range of different activities and subjects. This would suit candidates looking to work 30 hours per week in a busy and thriving school environment, where every day is different and where you make a difference to the students and staff, as well as the wider school community.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to: 

• Demonstrate good levels of Literacy and Numeracy skills.
• Be organised and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate both orally and in your written work with a range of students of all abilities.
• Use integrity, flexibility and your own initiative.
• Enjoy working with young people and helping them achieve their very best potential in the classroom.

 You are likely to be someone who: 

• Has previous knowledge/ training in Child Protection, Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE2023) or be willing to train.
• Has experience of working in an educational setting supporting students with medical conditions.
• Has experience and knowledge of students social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Is calm, confident and professional at all times.
• Has excellent ICT skills in Microsoft Office programmes.
• Can demonstrate the skills to communicate and build professional relationships.

 Wadham School can offer you: 

• The chance to be a part of an exciting educational journey alongside highly regarding professionals.
• The opportunity to work with exceptional colleagues and wonderful young people and their families.
• Fulfilment, in knowing that you matter, and the work you do makes a positive difference to the lives you touch.

To read the Job Description and apply for this vacancy, please visit www.wadhamschool.co.uk/vacancies

Completed forms should be emailed to LMahoney@wadhamschool.co.uk by the closing date. 

Please Note: we do not accept applications by CV and can only accept completed application forms with a full work history and referee details of current and previous employers. We do not accept late applications.

For all enquires please contact Lorrie Mahoney on LMahoney@wadhamschool.co.uk or telephone directly on 01460 270127 for more information.