Specialist Learning Support Assistant
Ashby School
Leicestershire
- Expired
- Salary:
- £12,398
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 01/05/2019 or as soon as possible thereafter
- Apply by:
- 22 March 2019
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated Learning Support Team. Both LSAs will work together to provide care and facilitate learning opportunities to enable a super Year 10 student with complex physical and communication difficulties to achieve, be happy and to succeed within a mainstream environment.
The role offers an ideal opportunity for individuals who are passionate about meeting the needs of children with SEND who would like to develop their specialist skills whilst working as part of a supportive team within a mainstream setting.
Experience of working with children with a physical disability such as cerebral palsy is preferable but not essential, as high quality training will be provided. There will be opportunities to shadow staff currently working in the high school, before transfer to upper school takes place at the end of August.
This is a temporary, full time, term time only post in the first instance, until the end of the 2021 academic year, with the possibility of an extension for a further two academic years. Hours are 32.5 per week x 38 weeks, there may be flexibility with start and finish times. The salary for the post is £12,398pa.
We firmly believe that Ashby School is a very special place to work and that this role will be particularly rewarding - come and visit us in person to see for yourself! Call 01530 413748 extension 261 to arrange an appointment.
Application information and further details are available on the school website www.ashbyschool.org.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 22 March at noon.
The start date will be May 1st or as soon as possible after that.
Ashby School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicants will be subjected to Enhanced Clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service and pre-employment checks.
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About Ashby School
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At Ashby School, we have been delivering outstanding education and opportunities to students for more than 450 years.
We draw on the latest and most innovative teaching practices to create a vibrant and well-equipped learning environment, and are proud of our reputation for consistently high academic aspirations and achievements.
Our commitment to an open curriculum means students can choose from traditional core subjects as well as from our thriving sport, languages, design and arts provision.
The school has more than 1,700 students on roll, including 600 in our thriving Sixth Form.
Empowering Learning
At Ashby School, we have a passion for learning.
All students are given every opportunity to achieve their academic potential, supported by high standards of teaching. The majority of Year 10 and 11 lessons take place in specialist and/or refurbished classrooms on our dedicated KS4 campus.
Students of all abilities are encouraged to aim high.
Academic extension activities such as after school study sessions run all year round. We offer a rich and vibrant programme of extra-curricular activities, including an active performing arts scene, several musical ensembles, and numerous sporting clubs and competitions for young sportsmen and women of all abilities.
Other options include the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme, peer mentoring and educational visits.
Empowering Wellbeing
The safety and wellbeing of students is our top priority.
We understand that students are more likely to thrive in a caring and supportive environment.
That is why we strive to ensure every student gets the support they need. Form Tutors establish strong relationships with students, guiding them through any issues and carefully monitoring their academic and personal progress. Form Tutors are supported by a dedicated pastoral team, including Heads of Year and Year Tutors, who are experienced at dealing with issues such as health, attendance and behaviour.
Empowering Achievement
Ashby School has been educating and inspiring students since 1567.
We are proud of our history and continue to uphold many of the core values that have been embedded in Ashby’s long-standing educational tradition for more than four centuries.
Like our predecessors, we recognise the importance of a happy and holistic school experience. That’s why we encourage students to flourish as individuals and to explore talents and opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.
Above all, we want our students to enjoy their time at Ashby School and to leave us for the next stage of their journey with happy and lasting memories.
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