Learning Support Assistant

About the School - Quinton House

Quinton is a beautiful school on the edge of Northampton and is surrounded by 31 acres of parkland. Our students are polite, engaging and we are on a mission to lead the way.

The school is a family and we work hard to ensure our students have the very best holistic education. The parents deserve a wonderful experience as they place their trust in us to educate and develop the character of their children.

The school has three buildings that house our Prep, Senior and Sixth Form students. The buildings range from grade one listed to old stable blocks and a state of the art sports hall, truly marrying up the old and the new. The school refuses to stand still and is always working on being better for all those who work and study there. We are a team, aligned and focused on our service, seeking a new member of the family.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our fantastic team on a part-time basis. This is a Fixed Term annual contract.

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

This role is all about supporting the educational and social development of students, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You'll be working closely with the Headmaster and SENDCo to provide in-class support, deliver targeted interventions, and help track student progress. This includes both in-class support and specialised 1:1 and small group interventions. Your commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing is essential, and you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of secondary school students.

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Who we are looking for

As a Learning Support Assistant, you should demonstrate strong abilities in planning, delivering, and evaluating specialised interventions, as well as possess computer literacy for effective tracking and communication. Essential qualifications include GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development. You will have prior experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a secondary school environment. A thorough understanding of how students with specific learning needs learn, coupled with the ability to adapt teaching practices, is essential. Additionally, strong communication skills with parents and staff, excellent organisational abilities, and the capacity to act as a positive role model are vital for this position.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• School holidays and public holidays / Holiday Allowance
• 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: Sunday 3rd November 2024.

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.