Job Introduction
Job/Person Summary
The Federation of Northern Schools requires a Learning Support Assistant to join our happy, hardworking and enthusiastic team at Northern Infant School. We are looking to appoint a positive, flexible and professional person to join our dedicated Key Stage 1 team as soon as possible.
The successful candidate will be supporting a mixed Year 1 and 2 class, both in the classroom and leading interventions with groups. Our Learning Support Assistants work in close partnership with their class teacher to enhance the learning environment, support children’s learning and provide accurate observations and feedback.
Qualifications, previous school experience and/or experience of KS1 is essential.
The successful candidate will:
- be an excellent practitioner preferably with current experience of working with the KS1 age group
- have experience of delivering interventions
- be highly motivated and enthusiastic
- enjoy working as a part of a team and independently as well as showing initiative
- be flexible, proactive and resourceful
- be highly organised and have good time management skills
- have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- demonstrate good English and Mathematics skills (GCSE grade C or above)
- demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills
- understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
- Have a good understanding of child development and some experience of supporting children’s learning
- be committed to raising standards and improving progress for all children
We can offer you:
- a vibrant and happy school environment
- children who want to achieve and give their best
- a supportive team who believe in each and every child
- professional development opportunities
- a happy, learning environment where everyone is valued
- enthusiastic and supportive parents
More about our wonderful federation can be found on our website, www.nothernfederation.org.uk Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through the school office. Please visit our website for a virtual tour https://www.northernfederation.org.uk/Admissions/Starting-in-Reception/.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Application Procedure
If you feel you can make a positive contribution to our school, we would love to hear from you. Please contact our Business Manager, Helen Pottle for an application pack by emailing h.pottle@northern-jun.hants.sch.uk or by telephoning 02392 370693.
Interviews will be held week commencing 20th October
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
