Learning Support Assistant (Upper School)

Safeguarding

Preston Manor School and its staff are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. The School is registered with the DBS and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure procedure at the Enhanced level. It is an offence for any person barred from working with children to apply for this post.

Preston Manor School

Established in 1938, Preston Manor School is a thriving, inclusive all-through school serving its local community. It operates across two sites, with a Lower School (Reception to Year 6) and an Upper School (Year 7 to Sixth Form), supporting students throughout their entire educational journey.

The school has a committed staff and Governing Body alongside a supportive parent body. The school is known for strong academic performance, consistently exceeding national averages, and for its commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. With extensive outdoor space, students benefit from both academic and outdoor learning opportunities.

At its core, the school promotes three key values:

1.      Ambition – encouraging students to aim high

2.      Responsibility – fostering accountability for self and others

3.      Excellence – striving for the best outcomes for everyone

The role

Preston Manor takes a highly inclusive approach in everything we do and we have a large SEN Team, including two Additionally Resourced Provisions (ASC and SLCN), working alongside our mainstream colleagues to ensure we deliver an outstanding learning experience for all our students.  We are currently looking for an excellent Learning Support Assistant to work within our team, and the wider school, to continue to build on existing strengths and successes.  We are particularly keen to hear from someone who has direct experience in working with students with complex SEN in mainstream contexts.

The successful candidate will be expected to be able to support at all secondary Key Stages across all subject areas.

You will join an energetic school which strives to ensure that all students enjoy learning and achieve their full potential.

You will:

·           have a passion for advocating for neurodiverse students

·           have a willingness to share ideas, to learn from colleagues and to seek support

·           be an excellent communicator, both in writing and verbally

·           have a positive, can do attitude with staff and students

·           be an effective team player and value every aspect of the life of the school

·           have effective interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire students and staff

·           be a confident IT user

In return we will offer:

·           motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious students

·           friendly and supportive staff

·           well-resourced facilities with newly refurbished classrooms

·           a professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment

·           a commitment to professional development

The school is situated within walking distance of the world famous, Wembley Stadium, which offers easy access to newly created facilities including the London Designer Outlet. 

The school benefits from excellent transport links via public transport and is located a short walk from both Wembley Park and Preston Road Underground Stations. Central London locations are accessible within 20 minutes from the school. The school is also easily accessible from main roads including the M25, M1, M40, A40 and A406.

The above post provides an excellent opportunity to work in a high quality environment and to become part of a highly motivated and visionary staff.

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their role on the school site.

Application Process

The School’s Application Form will only be accepted from candidates who have completed this form in full. CV’s will not be accepted as a substitute.

In addition to completing an application form, all applicants will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form. Please note you are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you have a conviction and are not sure whether is it ‘protected’, please visit the government website on the link below:

https://www.gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record/check-your-conviction-caution

The safeguarding responsibilities of this post have been outlined in the job description and person specification.

Preston Manor School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

The school reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the date advertised, so early application is advised.