Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant –

Type: Support staff vacancy

Salary: Scale 2 Point 3

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, hours to be confirmed, 38 weeks per year

Contract type: Fixed term

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to assist in the support and inclusion of pupils with Special Educational Needs, working alongside our hardworking and supportive staff. The successful candidate will be required to provide support within and beyond the classroom under the direction of the class teacher. A demonstrable interest in working with children with Special Educational Needs is essential and an understanding of how to support children on the Autism Spectrum is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be educated to GCSE standard or equivalent in Maths and English
• Be a professional, skilful LSA with relevant experience
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to support children’s learning within a primary school setting
• Have good communication skills with children and adults and be committed to working as part of a team
• Be willing to actively support the Catholic ethos of the school

We will offer:

• A supportive and committed staff team
• CPD opportunities
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn

Application packs are available from the school office office@st-edmunds.enfield.sch.uk

Closing date: Monday 23rd September 2024 at 5.00pm

Interview date to be advised

St. Edmund’s Catholic Primary School is committed to the safety of our pupils. All appointments are subject to full safeguarding checks, including enhanced DBS.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)