1:1 Learning Support Assistant

About the School - Kingscourt

Kingscourt School is in Catherington, Hampshire. It accepts boys and girls from 2yr 9months-11 years with a new purpose-built Nursery, gardens and grounds and a supportive school community. It is part of the global Cognita Schools group.

The school aims to provide all children with an education focused on maintaining a cherished childhood, with excellent teaching and resources. Each child is encouraged to achieve their full potential with an exciting extra-curricular programme to support the development of character education, preparing them all for the next stage of their educational journey.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our fantastic team. 

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About the role

The post holder will assist in the educational and social development of a current Year 2 pupil (on a one-to-one basis) with Special Educational Needs, primarily speech and language and communication needs, under direction of the SENDCo and teaching staff. This will involve helping the Class Teacher in supporting the pupil on a one-to-one or small group basis, across a wide range of activities and supported learning tasks, including the preparation and maintenance of differentiated resources, in order to meet the requirements of the pupil’s Educational Care Health Plan.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am-4:00pm (35 hours a week, term-time only). This is a fixed term position as it is attached to a child.

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Who we are looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic, kind and experienced individual who could make a positive impact, to join the Kingscourt family. The ideal candidate will have GCSE Grade C or above in Mathematics and English Language (or equivalent qualification or skill level), enthusiasm for and knowledge of supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Good interpersonal and communication skills . A Level 3 Qualification in Learning Support Courses or Childcare, as relevant to the role is desirable but not essential.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience 
• Pension scheme
• Free lunch provided during Term Time 
• School holidays and public holidays
• Free parking on site (subject to availability) 
• School fee discount 
• Exclusive third-party discounts 
• Professional Development 

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is:  Friday 3rd January 2025.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.