Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join us and work with children and young people who have a diagnosis of ASD.

In this role, you will support the Class Teacher in carrying out a range of activities to promote learning and development. This will include working on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, as well as giving support to children with additional needs who may require physical intervention on occasion.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Keen to learn with a positive outlook
• Able to work on their own initiative
• Experienced in working with children
• Able to work as part of a team
• Willing to undertake training
• Enthusiastic with the skills to challenge and motivate all our pupils

You will need a good understanding of how to support children with additional needs, specifically ASD, in a special school setting. You will need to be able to demonstrate you can develop trusting relationships and be caring, flexible and an excellent communicator.

A relevant NVQ or equivalent, along with previous experience in a special school or SEND experience and knowledge of pastoral interventions, safeguarding, social and emotional and communication support for pupils, is advantageous.

You will be joining a passionate group of colleagues who strive to achieve the best outcomes for pupils in all aspects of their lives.

About us

The Medeshamstede Academy opened in a new building in June 2013 to provide education for students from 4 to 16 years. We are an all-through academy in which our pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) for communication and interaction with a diagnosis of autism and/or SEMH as their main presenting need.

We are looking for someone who can show enthusiasm and commitment to leading and developing our academy within their areas of direct responsibility.

The Academy is on a rapid improvement journey, and the new leadership team is working hard to ensure students receive the best education possible.

In return

Being part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT), you can be assured that you will be joining a successful Multi-Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed, no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce, whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance professional growth.

We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. That’s why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account – with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
• Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
• Saving money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
• A free Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured

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Closing date: 2 December 2024.

Interview date: 4/5 December 2024.

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview for this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks; therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.