Pastoral & Learning Assistant - Shirley Manor Primary Academy

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Shirley Manor Primary Academy.

We have an opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Pastoral and Learning Assistant who will provide academic, emotional and behavioural support to pupils with additional needs. You will work under the guidance of the SENCo and alongside colleagues in our Inclusion Team, to provide bespoke group work within a small classroom environment and 1:1 interventions with individual pupils.

The successful candidate will have the drive and initiative to make a positive difference to the lives of our children, and will demonstrate a commitment to supporting children, enabling them to have the best possible educational outcomes.  

This post will also include some break time and lunchtime supervision.

We are looking for someone:

• With excellent communication, literacy and numeracy skills
• Who will promote the caring, friendly and child-centred ethos of our school
• Who will support access to learning for children with special educational needs (SEN), particularly those who display challenging behaviour due to SEMH needs (Social Emotional & Mental Health), and help them to develop their emotional resilience and self-regulation.
• Who will support class teachers in providing high quality teaching and learning opportunities for every child
• Who will form excellent relationships with all stakeholders and work successfully as part of a team
• Who has a good sense of humour and a positive manner

We can offer you:

• A happy and friendly Primary Academy, with an inclusive learning environment
• An enthusiastic, professional and dedicated staff team who are committed to the schools success
• A Good School (Ofsted 2019)
• A genuine commitment to your professional development and well-being

Informal visits are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit please telephone 01274 679320 or email jobs@shirleymanor.co.uk.

To apply, go to Prospects Online. 

Closing Date: 12 noon, Tuesday 6th February 2024

Interviews: Tuesday 20th February 2024

If you do not hear from us within 1 week of the closing date, please assume that unfortunately you have not been selected for interview.

Shirley Manor Primary Academy prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and abides by Safer Recruitment Practices. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An online search will be carried out at shortlisting. All other Pre-employment checks including a DBS check, will be completed during the recruitment process.