Learning Support Assistant KS1

Job Introduction

St Peter’s is a vibrant school with a positive culture, and has an excellent reputation for delivering superb pastoral care.  St Peter’s is a school that is committed to continually improving the quality of education provided to its pupils, thanks to a dedicated team of hard working and committed professionals.  We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and caring member of the pupil support staff team to join this friendly and supportive community. You are strongly encouraged to visit us and view the school during the working day in order to appreciate fully the potential that we have to offer. 

The job will involve:

• Working as part of the year group team to support learning of individuals and groups.
• Delivering small group or 1:1 interventions
• Supervision of pupils during lunch time.

General classroom and teacher support

Please call to arrange a visit on 023 9226 2599

Applicants will:

• Demonstrate good communication skills and empathy with young children
• An understanding of early child development
• Show initiative and be prepared to try new things
• Be patient and flexible
• Understand confidentiality, safety and safeguarding
• Be a team player
• Grade C at GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification is an advantage but not essential
• An understanding of how to support pupils with additional needs, or a commitment to learn. 

We can offer:

• The opportunity to work within a good and fully inclusive school
• Dedicated and supportive professional environment
• Support and training offered from experienced staff
• If you enjoy working with children and are passionate about making a difference, we would very much like to hear from you.

Forms should be submitted to the school no later than 9am on Monday 2nd February. The application form for the position can be found here https://www.stpeterswaterlooville.co.uk/Our-School/Work-at-St-Peter-s/ Please telephone the school and speak to Lisa Knight on 02392 262599 if you have any queries or you would like to visit the school. 

St Peter's Catholic Primary School and Hampshire County Council 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

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite suitable candidates to interview before the closing date.

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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.