Pupil Specific Learning Support Assistant

Pupil Specific Learning Support Assistant Term Time only Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.15pm Half an hour lunch taken to be taken between 11.30am and 1.00pm as directed 31.25 hours per week 39 weeks per year Salary: Point 3-5 FTE: £22,737-£23,500 Pro-rata £17,156-£17,732St Matthew’s C of E Primary School is looking to appoint a Pupil Specific Learning Support Assistant. The role will include: supporting an EHCP child in the classroom, delivering directed interventions either in a small group or 1:1. The ability to liaise effectively with other staff members is essential as well as being able to show initiative in the role. The successful applicant will: • Preferably have experience in supporting children with special educational needs, particularly those on the autistic spectrum • Have excellent communication skills • Be able to develop positive relationships with the pupils which motivate them to learn • Be able to follow instructions but also use their initiative • Support pupils with their social, emotional and mental health needs • Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum, aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning • Be able to monitor, record and report on progress and attainment to teachers/Sendco • Have O Level Grade C or above in English and Maths • Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications and experience needed for the role, with support from the school We offer: • A high-achieving over-subscribed school • An extremely friendly, talented staff team with good sense of humour • Commitment to staff professional development and distributed leadership • Opportunities to help in moving the school forward • Polite, enthusiastic children who want to learn and very supportive parents and Governors • Excellent location for Surbiton Rail Station • Pro-active Well Being Staff Team who have organised: Free Tea & Coffee for all staff Fun events i.e. quiz nights/Karaoke etc. • Well-Being package including free flu jab and health screening check Visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school to arrange Closing Date: 7th June 2024 Interview date: to be confirmed Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Please note social media checks will be undertaken prior to interview.
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