Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Permanent

Term Time Only

Grade 4, Scale Points 8-14

Pro-rata salary £22,331 - £24,593

(Full time equivalent: £25,992 - £28,624)

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children? Are you self-motivated, enthusiastic and well-organised? Then we welcome you to apply for this vital position of Learning Support Assistant.

Our academy ethos, ‘Life in all its fullness’, underlines our commitment to the education of the whole of the child, with the development of our students’ character and cultural capital as important as their academic progress. Committed to the wellbeing of our students and staff alike, we pride ourselves on our duty of care to both.

Accordingly, our Academy is at an exciting point in its development and the inclusion faculty is now positioned in the heart of the academy, providing a newly refurbished base which is already having a positive impact on the students who access this provision. Moreover, as a new commitment to furthering SENC provision, we are now strengthening the team with two additional LSAs.

If you do not have any experience but are interested, please still apply. The training package for this role is excellent and will provide you with a superb foundation. Additionally, if you are experienced, we will provide you with more specific training to ensure your career develops in a very meaningful way.

The successful candidates will support the learning and achievements of individuals and groups of students within the classroom and through specific interventions. You need to be able to work effectively as part of a team and have a good standard of literacy, ICT and numeracy in order to carry out associated administrative duties. Please refer to the full job description and person specification for further details. Specific SEND training or experience is not essential though this will be an advantage.

In return the successful candidates will be offered the following career and development opportunities:

• A thorough package of induction and support;

• Excellent CPD provision within the Academy;

• A staff well-being package.

The position is full time and term time only. Applicants should apply via the TES website and follow the guidance notes provided. For further information please contact hr@mitretrust.org.uk.

Closing date for applications is midday on 15th January 2025 unless we receive a suitable applicant in advance of that in which case we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Interviews will be held: TBC.

Minster Trust for Education is a multi-academy trust of 8 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils.  Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.

The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike.  They are:

• Integrity - we do the right thing
• Wisdom - we think deeply
• Kindness - we care about each other
• Collaboration - we are better together
• Service - we pursue the greater good.

We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.

The Minster Trust for Education is committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and complete a KCSIE Declaration.