Reading Intervention Learning Support Assistant

North Star 240° is a secondary provision within the North Star Academy Trust based in North Bristol specialising in supporting pupils experiencing social, emotional and mental health difficulties. We aim to be part of a joined-up provision offering our pupils the outstanding education they deserve.

We have the opportunity for a suitably qualified candidate to join our team to provide Reading Intervention at NS240°. We require an outstanding, inspirational, motivated and dedicated Reading Intervention Learning Support Assistant

You will be joining a positive, solution-focused team of staff who are dedicated to help improve outcomes for vulnerable pupils

The successful applicants will have:

• The successful candidate will have previous experience of delivering reading intervention and be enthusiastic about creating engaging sessions

• You will be a flexible individual, who is able to successfully manage challenging behaviour.

• You will be working with specific individuals or groups of children.

• It is essential that you are able to use assessment to identify gaps and weaknesses in order to constantly challenge pupils.

• Ability to support reading and phonics for those students at the early stages of reading.

• To support our programme of extra-curricular activities.

• A flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to working in a structured environment.

• The ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders.

• Skills of empathy, listening, communication and the ability to respond to unexpressed need.

• Willingness to undertake the further training that will be offered.

You will be part of:

• An exciting and innovative development of an All-through learning community

• A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence

• A caring and inclusive ethos

• A school which has supportive Trustees and Parents with high expectations of the school

In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression for the right person.

The Trust Board staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Job description and person specification attached. Applications 

Full or Part time available.

Applicants wishing to work flexibly/job share may be considered. Please indicate on your application form your availability.

Interviews will take place week commencing 10th January 2022