SEN Learning Assistant
Forge Wood Primary School
West Sussex
- Expired
- Salary:
- FTE £16,497 - £19,974
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 3 June 2019
Job overview
An exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team in our brand new school
Forge Wood Primary School opened in September 2016 and moved to a brand new, purpose built school in September 2017.
We are looking to addd to our dynamic team as our school grows and develops.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of this new chapter.
The successful candidate will work to provide practical assistance, as directed by the Class Teacher and Inclusion Leader, in meeting the personal, welfare and educational needs of a child with specific needs or work with intervention groups under the Inclusion Leader. .
The successful candidate will also need to be able to work collaboratively and flexibly within our team, build good working relationships with both children and adults and demonstrate a respectful and caring attitude towards all our children.
Part-time working will also be considered.
Working hours: 36 per week, 39 weeks a year.
Pro Rata Salary: £14,063- £17,027.
This is based on a FTE salary range of £16,497 - £19,974
Interviews will be held the week beginning 10th June 2019
We can offer:
- Friendly and supportive staff team
- The opportunity to grow and develop within a growing and expanding school
- Good on the job training opportunities
- The opportunity to support children in accessing an engaging curriculum
- Enhance maternity & sickness entitlement
- Recognition of previous school continuous service
The ideal candidate will be able to:
- Support a child with specific behavioural and learning needs
- Under the direction of and in liaison with the Class Teacher and Inclusion Leader, to work in class both 1:1 and in small group scenarios.
- Working in the classroom to ensure implementation of programmes of support, designed especially to meet the child's needs.
- To liaise closely with teaching staff regarding the delivery of the curriculum, advising as appropriate on the modification and differentiation of the learning environment, materials and delivery styles.
GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
As a Trust, we are happy to talk flexible working.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible. Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.
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About Forge Wood Primary School
Thank you for expressing an interest in Forge Wood Primary School.
In September 2016 we welcomed our first class of Reception children, and have evolved and grown within the growing community, establishing an inspiring curriculum for all our children to achieve.
When you join Forge Wood you will see that our learning and teaching is based on our Aims for every child to Aspire, Explore and Achieve. Our rich and varied curriculum will provide opportunities to develop skills to be successful in the future. The emphasis will be teaching through engaging topics, where creative learning is linked through exciting and relevant contexts that meet the different interests and needs of all its children. Visit our curriculum pages to find out more.
Forge Wood Primary is a new purpose built school. The amazing and unique design allows for the latest technology and innovation whilst making the most of the natural resources and the local environment. We are proud of our extensive facilities and would welcome you to visit our school to view them.
As an academy within GLF Schools, we benefit from sharing outstanding resources, and support in every aspect of school life from learning and teaching to staffing and educational expertise. At Forge Wood Primary School, we believe in working with the local community to ensure school is a place where children grow, learn and flourish together'. This ethos is embedded within our vision and values.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.
- Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
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