Job Introduction
Wallisdean is a warm, welcoming school where we nurture the whole child. Each child is seen as an individual and their unique talents and strengths are recognised, celebrated and developed further. The staff team works enthusiastically to secure good progress through developing confident and independent children who love learning. We ensure that our curriculum is kept up to date and relevant, because we recognise that the best quality learning occurs when children are motivated, enthusiastic and engaged.
The role will include 30 minutes of lunchtime mentoring support.
Our Learning Support Assistants work in close partnership with their class teacher and our Inclusion Manager to promote learning for all our children. Experience of working in school is essential and some experience and/or training in the delivery of intervention programmes would be of benefit.
The person we are looking for will:
- Have relevant NVQ qualification Level 3
- GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in Maths and English
- Be calm, patient and keen to learn
- Have some experience working with children with Special Needs
- Have high expectations
- Demonstrate good communication skills
- Be committed to working as part of a team
- Be a good timekeeper
- Ensure the safety and welfare of children at all times
We can offer:
- To work within a fully inclusive school
- Dedicated and highly supportive professional environment
- Support and training offered by experienced staff and outside agencies
If you enjoy working with children and feel this job is for you, we would very much like to hear from you.
Please email r.tonkin@wallisdeanfederation.co.uk for application or fill in the attached copy and email to the same address.
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.
