LSA Part Time

Our pupils are looking for an additional adult to support them within the classroom, who is:

• Positive, professional and committed to improving outcomes for all children that are a delight to teach with outstanding behaviour and attitudes to learning;
• Creative, imaginative and passionate about learning;
• Able to promote high standards of English and Maths;
• Willing to undertake training and committed to their own professional development;
• A good listener, patient and committed to supporting learning;
• Able to listen and be someone they can trust;
• Willing to contribute to the wider life of the school;
• Willing to be an active and optimistic member of our team.

In addition to this, the following desirable skills would be beneficial to this role:

• The ability to support pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups;
• A broad knowledge of the KS2 Curriculum and supporting pupils with their development in English and Maths;
• Knowledge and understanding of childhood development and managing behaviour;
• Awareness of safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the welfare and safety of children;
• An ability to self-evaluate and seek support and guidance to improve professional performance;
• Upholds a professional approach to working with outside agencies and our parents or guardians.

Essential requirements:

• GCSE in English and Maths to a grade C or equivalent;
• Have undertaken some previous school experience or worked with children / young people before, which can include voluntary work in educational settings or the community;
• Be committed to professional development and have either undertaken / be willing to undertake the QCF for Teaching Assistants;
• Be required to undertake regular First Aid Training;
• Be able to carry out all duties as described in the Learning Support Assistant Job Profile (See attached).