Learning Support Assistant, at Newfold Community Primary School
Job Description
Job title: Learning Support Assistant, at Newfold Community Primary School
Company: Newfold Community Primary School
Job description: Newfold Community Primary School
St James Road
Orrell
Wigan
WN5 7BD
Salary: Grade 3, £12,103 – £12,509 per annum. £11.78 – £12.18 per hour
23 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working 39 weeks per year
Temporary due to SEN funding
Required for May 2024
The Governors and Headteacher are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, supportive One-to-One Support Assistant (23 hours) to work closely with a pupil who requires additional academic support and on occasions displays challenging behaviour.
The successful candidate:
· Will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established at the school;
· Will demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills;
· Be committed to make a real difference to the education of pupils, with the ability to inspire;
· Will be an active member of our school team and contribute to the school’s strong ethos and vision for excellence;
· Will promote collaboration and partnership with all members of our community.
We can offer you:
· An opportunity to work with enthusiastic, happy, well-behaved young people;
· A friendly and caring school community;
· Dedicated, highly motivated and enthusiastic staff;
· A supportive Leadership Team and Governing Body;
· A well-resourced and outstanding learning environment;
· A commitment to professional development;
· Supportive parents/carers who are committed to their child’s learning;
· An excellent school ethos with strong links with the community and local schools.
Key Responsibilities:
As a One-to-One Support Assistant, you will:
1. Provide Individualised Support: Offer personalised assistance to a specific pupil with additional academic requirements, ensuring their unique needs are met.
2. Behavioural Support: Employ effective strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
3. Academic Assistance: Collaborate with teachers to implement tailored academic support plans, addressing the pupil’s specific learning requirements.
4. Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess and document the pupil’s academic progress and behavioural development, providing feedback to the teaching staff and parents.
5. Communication: Maintain open and clear communication channels with teachers, parents, and other professionals involved in the pupil’s care and education.
6. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and other support staff to implement interventions and support strategies effectively.
Qualifications and Experience:
1. Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within an educational setting.
2. Understanding of strategies for managing challenging behaviour and promoting positive reinforcement.
3. Knowledge of academic support techniques and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Relevant qualifications in education or special needs support are desirable.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students and have the skills to support a pupil with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV explaining your suitability for the role, in addition to the application form.
Further details and application packs (including our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants) are available electronically from this website.
All forms should be returned to the School Office, for the attention of the Headteacher and marked ‘Private and Confidential’. Forms may be returned electronically.
Applicants are welcome to visit school on either Monday 18th March 4:00pm, or alternatively Wednesday 20th at 9:30am for a tour of the school. Please phone the school office to book in for a tour, on 01942 207134.
To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:
If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 207134 or email Website
Closing Date: Monday 15th April 2024, 12 noon.
Interview date: Monday 22nd April 2024 (Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.)
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check Wigan Council and the Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
salary from
£12,103
contract
temporary
working hours
term time part time
application deadline
12 00 pm
15th Apr 2024
Expected salary:
Location: Orrell, Greater Manchester
