Learning Support Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Halstead Community Primary School, Sevenoaks

• Ref:KCC2133-8S
• Posted:22/07/2010
• Pay:
• Start Date:Sep 2010
• App Close Date:03/09/2010 at 00:00
• Interviews:8th September

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Halstead Community Primary School is looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant.

The position is to support a statemented child (Year 4) with ADHD for up to 22 hours a week (term time only). You will be expected to work within the classroom supporting the child with his learning and participation with activities. In addition, you may need to follow specific programmes to support his individual needs.

Our school has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced CRB check.

Salary pro-rata Kent Scheme 3 (Points 7 -11) Point dependent on experience and qualification. Term Time only.

Information about the school

Halstead Community Primary School is a thriving village school set in the heart of the local community. We are Ofsted graded Good with Outstanding features. Read more here: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/148876

Our ethos is one of high quality learning opportunities within a warm and caring environment. We have high expectations for all our children at Halstead Community Primary School. We want them to be happy and successful, and we are committed to giving every individual child a chance to develop their talents, whatever they may be. This was recognised in our recent Ofsted inspection which stated: At this school everyone is made to feel welcome. Staff and pupils are caring, respectful and accepting of others. Pupils, including children in the early years work and play alongside one another positively, regardless of differences or needs. We also have a SEND unit for children with Autistic Spectrum Condition within our school with specialist staff. Hence our motto ‘Everybody different, everybody equal.’

Halstead Community Primary School is part of The Pioneer Academy Trust which is an academy trust with schools across London and the South East. At The Pioneer Academy, we put children first, pioneering excellence and championing each and every child. All our schools, ranging from small infant schools to large primary schools, work collaboratively, sharing resources and expertise. Find out more at: Halstead Community Primary School - Home and www.thepioneeracademy.co.uk

What we offer you:

• A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school, the Trust and in the local community.
• A supportive and collaborative working ethos, including support from the Trust’s Central Executive Team and a range of experts, such as specialists in EYFS, SEND and Phonics.
• A Trust wide curriculum with shared planning and resources, including adaptive teaching tools, to significantly reduce workload for teachers and subject leaders.
• High quality development programme with induction programmes for all new staff.
• Excellent CPD opportunities, including outstanding ECT training and support, subject specific training for all, and access to NPQs.
• Annual conferences with keynote speakers, including experts from the EEF. Access to professional coaching beyond your ECT years.
• Termly subject leader forums to increase collaboration and reduce workload.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling, integrated GP and nurse services, and access to a range of other wellbeing services such as private physiotherapy, mindfulness and yoga sessions, bereavement support, menopause support, men's health support.
• Access to discounted wrap around childcare for staff.
• Free academy-wide social events throughout the year.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs heather Hepworth
• Address:Otford Lane, Halstead, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 7EA
• Telephone: (01959) 532224
• Email: office@halstead.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01959) 532224