Job Introduction
Chalk Ridge Primary School would like to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our team. Our Learning Support Assistants work in close partnership with class teachers to deliver lessons that support all our children. It is anticipated that in this role the successful candidate will predominantly provide 1-2-1 support for a child with an EHCP.
This position is initially offered on a fixed term appointment through to 31st July 2025 with the possibility of extending into the next academic year.
You will be working term time only, but this will include our five Inset/Training Days.
This position is open to applications at Level 1 at Grade B Pro Rata: £15,811.68.
The successful candidate will have the following attributes;
- Enjoy working with children, building positive relationships in a calm, empathetic way.
- A relevant qualification (and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience of working with children would be preferred).
- Have obtained Maths and English qualifications to GCSE Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent.
- Experience of supporting children in EYFS and/or KS1.
- Experience of supporting children with SEN.
- An understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
- Be committed to the highest possible levels of achievement for every pupil.
- Be cheerful, flexible and approachable, with a good sense of humour.
- Show initiative within the role and have good time management skills.
- Be a hard-working team player, able to work closely with teachers and other adults within the classroom to ensure the best for all our pupils.
- Have the patience and the resourcefulness to support and inspire our children with their learning, helping to unlock their potential.
- Have a good understanding of child development.
- Have excellent communication skills.
- Be able to support children’s behaviour for learning.
- Be enthusiastic and committed to supporting children with specific needs.
We can offer;
- Happy and enthusiastic children who enjoy school and are motivated to learn.
- A welcoming and supportive team who work closely together.
- Continued Professional Development designed to support the nature of the role.
- A good school recognised by OFSTED in April 2019.
Chalk Ridge Primary School is set in a residential area in the district of Brighton Hill in Basingstoke, Hampshire. As a school we want the very best for the children in our care and aim to offer a stimulating and supportive learning environment where children's talents and gifts are nurtured and developed. Our children enjoy coming to school and attendance is above the national average. The school has excellent learning facilities set in a safe and secure site. With well-equipped indoor and outdoor spaces including spacious classrooms, a well-resourced library, a music room, a large hall, two playing fields, a woodland area and a jungle gym.
We would consider a job share for the right candidate(s).
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and welcomed.
For further information about our school or to download an application pack please visit our school website at www.chalkridgepri.hants.sch.uk
If you have any questions about the role, are interested in arranging a visit to the school or require a printed application pack to collect or to be posted out to you, please contact Laura Goodall by email at l.goodall@chalkridgepri.hants.sch.uk telephone our school office on 01256 461733.
Completed applications should be emailed for the attention of Laura Goodall to
l.goodall@chalkridgepri.hants.sch.uk or delivered to Miss Laura Goodall, Chalk Ridge Primary School, Sullivan Road, Brighton Hill, Basingstoke RG22 4ER
The closing date for this position is Friday 6th December at 12 noon.
Interviews are expected to take place shortly after.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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.
