Learning Support Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Part-time

St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School, Dover

Ref:KCC886-2532-48S
Posted:11/01/2017
Pay:KR3
Start Date:Feb 2017
App Close Date:20/01/2017 at 17:00
Interviews:30/01/2017

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Required as soon as possible

Learning Support Assistant

Kent Range 3 (£15,102 - £16,779) pro rata

28.75 hours per week - Term time only

This is a temporary appointment dependent upon funding

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant that will be able to work, initially within our Reception class, with a child with special educational needs on a one to one basis.

The successful candidate should ideally have recent experience of supporting children with SEN, specifically in relation to behavioural needs (including Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties).

If you feel you are this person St Margarets-at-Cliffe Primary has a friendly and supportive staff ready to welcome you to our school team.

We can offer you:

a caring and welcoming school community
a committed staff team
supportive staff, governors and parent/carers
happy, enthusiastic and motivated children who enjoy school
personalised professional support and training for further career development
Professional development within an outstanding school

We are looking for someone who:

Is enthusiastic and shows a warm rapport with children,
Is passionate about motivating and inspiring children to learn and in offering the very best opportunities to our children.
Has the commitment and drive to make a difference.
Is responsible and assertive, with a calm and positive approach to working with children with high levels of complex needs.
Understands that relationships are key to a successful school.
Has knowledge and experience of working with children with SEN
Is able to support teaching staff in providing a stimulating and caring learning environment.
Shows commitment to supporting and nurturing children, adopting an inclusive approach.
Is able to work as part of a team and on their own initiative.
Is able to adapt and respond to children’s individual emotional and physical needs.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school for an informal visit. Please contact Mrs Lorraine Windsor (Office Manager) to arrange a visit or for further details. For more information about the school visit our website at www.stmargaretsprimary.co.ukPlease apply by completing the Kent Online application form. Please make reference to experience and knowledge of working with children, supporting their academic progress and developing their well-being.

The school is committed to child protection/safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this duty of care. Offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and other employment checks. The school is committed to Equality and Diversity in employment practice and delivery. References will be requested for all candidates shortlisted and prior to interview.

Closing Date: 5pm on Friday, 20^th January 2017

Information about the school

We are a thriving, high performing, rural primary school nestled in the village of St Margaret’s at Cliffe.

With capacity for 210 children, we attract families from within our village and other nearby villages, as well as the local towns of Deal and Dover.

Our pupils achieve well and make good progress – academically and socially – during their time with us. We make good use of our extensive grounds and the local community to further enrich our curriculum.

Job Contact Information

Name:Mrs Lorraine Windsor - Office Manager/Bursar
Address:Sea Street, St Margaret's-At-Cliffe, Dover, Kent, CT15 6SS
Telephone: 01304 852639
Email: officemanager@st-margarets-dover.kent.sch.uk

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