Job Introduction
Learning Support Assistant with Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The role will be varied, and you will need to be adaptable and flexible - there will be opportunities to work within the whole class, and on a 1:1 basis with individual pupils.
Portway Junior School is a popular and oversubscribed junior school on the edge of Andover. Our most recent OfSTED report describes us as a good school that is friendly, welcoming and mutually supportive. The report also highlighted the outstanding level of care, guidance and support our pupils receive and our excellent partnership with parents and carers.
We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (TA), who will also be a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant.
We are looking for someone who:
● is patient, calm and caring
● is able to work as part of a team
● Understands that no two days are the same and demonstrates flexibility
● is a positive person
● has a good understanding of basic English and Maths skills
● understands and respects confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
● is KIND!
We can offer you:
● Amazing children who want to succeed
● A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team
● CPD internally as well as from external sources
● Lovely grounds and classroom environments
Learning Support Assistant - Salary scale B – term time only (39 weeks per year).
This is a permanent position.
Hours are as follows (term time only):
Five Days 8.30am - 3:30 pm (with 30 minutes for lunch)
Total Hours = 32.5 (Monday - Friday)
Actual salary £18,681 (full time equivalent of £24,796) Depending on experience
Closing date for receipt of applications: at 12 noon on Friday 6th February
Interview Date: Friday 13th February
Start Date: ASAP (Sping term)
Please send completed applications to headteacher@portway-jun.hants.sch.uk
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.
