Learning Support Assistant

We have two fixed term positions available for enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistants to provide support to the class teacher in groups or to individual children. You will be required to work 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum. Actual salary £24,836 - £26,509 p.a. The successful candidates will be joining a positive, solution-focused team of staff who are dedicated to help improve outcomes for vulnerable pupils.

The successful applicants will have:

• A good understanding of primary and/or secondary curriculum.
• At least one years’ experience of working in a learning/childcare setting.
• The ability to support reading and phonics for those students at the early stages of reading.
• The ability to support our programme of extra-curricular activities.
• A flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to working in a structured environment.
• The ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders.
• The skills of empathy, listening, communication and the ability to respond to unexpressed need.
• A willingness to undertake the further training that will be offered. You will be part of:

• An exciting and innovative development of an All-through learning community
• A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
• A caring and inclusive ethos
• A school which has supportive Trustees and Parents with high expectations of the school In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression to the right person.

Safeguarding Statement

North Star Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.