Learning Support Assistant

• Warlingham Park School
• Learning Support Assistant
• Hours of Work: Full time, exact working patterns to be discussed at interview
• Contract term: Fixed Term, September to December 2023 initially
• Start date: September 2023

We are currently looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our support staff team and work on a 1-2-1 basis with one or our Year 2 pupils. This is a great opportunity for a passionate individual to join our school. With our school thriving this role will be to support one of our pupils as they progress in the school.   

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join us as a Learning Support Assistant. The main duties will be supporting a pupil who is developmentally delayed and has diagnoses of epilepsy and ASD. The main responsibility will be to help the pupil sustain focus, follow instructions and participate in class activities as well as provide additional support during unstructured times of the school day. 

Based in Warlingham, Surrey, Warlingham Park School is a truly inclusive, co-educational independent school. Here, you will find a unique family feel and small classes, plus a team of teachers that provide a tailored education to each child in a nurturing, respectful environment that promotes excellence in learning and encourages exceptional behaviour.

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who will be able to join our excellent team of staff. We would like to hear from you if you;

• Have experience of working with children with a range of learning styles.
• Have experience of working with pupils with ASD.
• Are familiar with the use of strategies to support ASD learners in the classroom. 
• Have GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.
• Have a qualification as recognised by the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning (NOS-STL).
• Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of children.
• Have an interest in how children learn and behave.
• Can be a role model for students both in the classroom and around school
• Genuinely care about children, particularly those who find learning and managing their behaviour difficult.
• Have training in aspects of SEND, i.e. ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism or experience of supporting pupils with those needs

Having in school experience is essential for this position, A whole person approach is also essential along with a desire to build strong relationships with pupils and staff. This position requires someone who is flexible, observant and patient but most importantly someone who is caring and child centred.

At Warlingham Park School all staff work together as a very strong team. You will be supported and welcome. In addition all Inspired Learning Group staff also benefit from;

• Professional Development and Training opportunities with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows
• Ongoing coaching from the management team
• Childcare fee discount
• Pension scheme
• Refer a friend scheme up to £750
• Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

We look forward to your application. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

For further details please do not hesitate to contact Tom@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk

Warlingham Park School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).