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We have an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our school. The role will be working closely with a delightful child in our Reception class as well as supporting other children in the class setting.
About us
Larchwood Primary School is a highly successful and popular two-form entry primary school located in Pilgrim's Hatch, Brentwood. Our mission statement is all about 'Achievement and Enjoyment'. We want our children to do well at school, reaching their potential while enjoying their primary years. We firmly believe that if you get this right in Early Years, children will continue to do well. Our children are fab! They are well behaved, enjoy coming to school and are ready and willing to learn, leaving Larchwood ready for secondary school. Our community believes in what we are doing and parents are hugely supportive of the school. Staff are dedicated, skilled, friendly and work well as part of a team.
Larchwood has been part of the Discovery Educational Trust for ten years. The Trust consists of two secondary schools and three primary schools.
What we can offer
· Well behaved children that are ready and willing to learn
· Supportive Senior Leadership Team
· Full-time LSA in every class
· Great working and learning environment
· Additional facilities in the school
About You
. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Good standard of maths and English, both written and spoken (O Level or GCSE grade C or above)
. Should have creative ideas which can be contributed to the planning of activities
. Have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills plus be able to demonstrate high expectations of achievement for all pupils.
. Ability to work as part of a team but to act independently if required.
. Willingness to learn new skills and take on new tasks
. Must have a warm and positive approach towards all children, staff, parents and carers
. Previous experience of working with pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) preferable
. Good sense of humour
Days: Monday to Friday (term time only)
Hours: 08.30am to 15.30 (30 hours)
Annual salary - £24,404 (pro rata- see below) plus £706 Outer Fringe Allowance (OFA)
In real terms: £17,454 including OFA
Contract: Fixed term until July 2025 initially, but with the possiblitiy of conitnuing as the child moves through the school.
If you are interested, please call the school to speak to our Headteacher, Steve Bowsher, or SENDCO, Dawn Jaycock, for an informal chat and to find out more about the role.
Application Deadline: Friday 7February (midday)
Shortlisting date -Friday 7February (you will be contacted only if you are successful)
Interviews to be held - week commencing Monday 10 February
Position Starts: As soon as practically possible
Please take a look at our website (www.larchwoodprimary.co.uk) and our X feed to get a good feel for the school (https://X.com/LarchwoodPS).
Our Local School Committee (governing board) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, medical check and an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early upon appointment of a successful applicant.
Your normal place of work is at Larchwood Primary School, however, the Discovery Educational Trust reserves the right to require you to work at any other of its establishments, whether current or future. This may be for a temporary period or on a permanent basis, according to the needs of the employer.
We look forward to hearing from you.