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1:1 Learning Support Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Full-time - Special Needs Position

City of Rochester School, Cliffe Woods

  • Ref:MED887-6011-1S
  • Posted:11/10/2019
  • Pay:£17,189 to £19,863
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:01/11/2019 at 12:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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We are seeking a number of 1:1 LSAs at primary and secondary level, to join us at City of Rochester School, Cliffe Woods, Rochester in Kent.

We aim to:

  • provide excellence in education outcomes for all children
  • develop independence and self-advocacy
  • help children develop socially, emotionally and personally


The central focus of the new City of Rochester curriculum is the natural world and STEM, combining outdoor learning with a rigorous academic programme.

 

As an LSA, working with teachers, you will be highly motivated to support students with special needs inside and outside the classroom to make progress and fulfil their potential.  

 

You should have:

  • Level 2 NVQ: Learning Support or the willingness to work towards
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with learners and their parents/carers
  • Ability to work with parents
  • Ability, patience and judgement to manage behaviour 

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Michelle Homer through the school office.

 

The City of Rochester School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

Information about the school

Visits to the School and our Vocational College are essential and can be arranged through the school office.

Now is an exciting time to join this wonderful school in its development and growth. We believe that personalised teaching and learning in an autism specific environment allows students’ individual needs to be met and their capabilities fully realised. Our vision is powerful and ambitious.

City of Rochester School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The following policies are available on the school website: ~Safeguarding Policy ~ Whistleblowing Policy

Job Contact Information

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.