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Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 19 December 2024 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 January 2025 |
| Location: | Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4QA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 38d9a128-1e02-4955-a02b-60c0fdfdbd29 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to support children across the school, with flexibility to work in different year groups and a willingness and capability to lead a whole class.
The candidate would ideally have some SEND and whole class experience, but support and training may be available for the right person. They will work under the direction of class teachers and the SENDCO to support the learning of individuals and groups. This role will also include lunchtime cover.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has:
• Experience of supporting pupils identified with special educational needs and a commitment to inclusion
• The ability to work confidently and effectively on their own and as part of a team
• Has high expectations of teaching and learning and behaviour
• Established positive, supportive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and other agencies where necessary
• Excellent communication, listening and questioning skills
• A passion for developing social and emotional skills and may have the ELSA qualification
What the school offers its staff
• A dedicated team to support a candidate in their development of this role • Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or faceto-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service
We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to support children across the school, with flexibility to work in different year groups and a willingness and capability to lead a whole class.
The candidate would ideally have some SEND and whole class experience, but support and training may be available for the right person. They will work under the direction of class teachers and the SENDCO to support the learning of individuals and groups. This role will also include lunchtime cover.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has:
• Experience of supporting pupils identified with special educational needs and a commitment to inclusion
• The ability to work confidently and effectively on their own and as part of a team
• Has high expectations of teaching and learning and behaviour
• Established positive, supportive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and other agencies where necessary
• Excellent communication, listening and questioning skills
• A passion for developing social and emotional skills and may have the ELSA qualification
What the school offers its staff
• A dedicated team to support a candidate in their development of this role • Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or faceto-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service