SEN Specific Teaching and Learning Support Assistant

Livingstone Academy Bournemouth (LAB) is an innovative new school for children aged 4 to 18 which opened in September 2021 in the heart of Bournemouth. Our ambition is to ensure that all young people leave school equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive in their future lives and careers in the digital age. Young people must be creative, critical thinkers who can create technology as well as consume it.

LAB is going into its fourth year in a new building complex in Lansdowne in Central Bournemouth serving Reception, Years 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 and 10 with up to 810 pupils. At capacity, we will have 1510 students, serving ages from 4 to 18.

The successful candidate:

We are looking to recruit an exceptional candidate for the role of Teaching and Learning Support Assistant to join our growing team at Livingstone Academy Bournemouth.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting access to learning for students and provide support to the teacher in the management of the classroom, individual students or groups of students who may have particular requirements. Ultimately, we are looking for a committed candidate with an uncompromising belief that all students deserve an outstanding education. They will uphold our inclusive ethos and provide opportunities for all students to progress well. 

At Livingstone Academy we believe that an early education should prioritise children's emotional wellbeing, resilience and play based inquiry. We want to ensure learning is applicable and transferable.

The LSA will play a key part in supporting pupils and staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

What we are looking for:

● A genuine interest in young people and their learning

●The ability to communicate clearly and confidently

● Flexibility and a sense of humour

● Qualifications at least to level 2 or equivalent

What we offer:

● Excellent working conditions

● A supportive environment

● Opportunity for further development

● State of the art facilities and a very pleasant location in beautiful Dorset

Hours: Varied positions available, part time and full time.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, term time only (39 weeks per year)

Interview date : Interviews will be arranged as qualified candidates apply. This position is open until filled as we have multiple vacancies due to the growth of the school. 

If you consider you are the right person for this role and would like to be a part of the team at such an exciting time, then it would be great to hear from you.

For more information please see the Job description and person specification attached.

Learn more about Livingstone Academy on the Academy website: https://www.livingstone-aspirations.org/

About Aspirations:

Across our 16 Academies, Aspirations educate more than 9,000 pupils across the ages from 2 to 19 years, covering an area from West London to the Southwest of England. Operating since 2011, we have a consistent track record of improvement and success and offer excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We are determined that children receive an excellent education that prepares them for success in adult-life and are looking for people to join us who share our ideals.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as “any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities”

Livingstone Academy Bournemouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post.