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Learning Support Assistant
Job Reference EPSEDJOBS/1087/4019
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Job Introduction
Job/Person Summary
Children are at the heart of what we do at Weeke Primary School. Weeke is a vibrant and popular school where children enjoy a rich and diverse range of experiences and achieve well in a caring and respectful environment.
We are seeking to appoint an excellent, committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our committed team, who is able to support and contribute to our high expectations of learning and behaviour. Learning Support Assistants at Weeke are highly valued and play a key role in ensuring our children’s success. You will work under the guidance and planning of the class teacher and SENCO supporting a child in a 1:1 capacity but also working within the classroom and with small groups.
This role includes a 1-hour role of Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant, where you will support our children in the dining hall and outside.
We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.
The successful candidate will:
Enthuse and inspire children to learn
Have a good understanding of child development and learning
Be committed to working with children, responding to their needs intuitively and sensitively
Have high expectations and a calm, positive attitude
Be an excellent team player and be able to work independently and with initiative
Be prepared to share expertise and learn from others
Be professional, organised, patient and understanding
Have GCSE Grade C English and maths or equivalent
Understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
Essential requirements for this post include:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to relate well to children, parents and staff
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. For further information and an application pack containing job description, person specification and school details; please contact Mrs Rebecca Jakes, Assistant Headteacher on 01962 882710 or r.jakes@weeke.hants.sch.uk.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.