Job Introduction
Learning Support Staff (C Grade)
Closing date: 18.10.2024 at noon
Interview date: To be advised
Job Start Date: ASAP
Contract/Hours: Fixed Term to the end of the academic year
Salary Type: Support Staff
Salary Details: £14,376-£16,326.48 (includes a lunchtime assistant contract)
Hours of Work: 8:40-3:15
Location of Role: The Federation of Netley Abbey Infant and Junior Schools
Contact e-mail address: infants@netleyabbeyschools.co.uk
Job/Person Summary
The Federation of Netley Abbey Schools sit at the heart of our local community in the coastal village of Netley. We are blessed with beautiful surroundings and lots of outdoor space. Within the last year, both schools have retained ‘Good’ Ofsted ratings with many exemplary features. Our report captures and celebrates the effective leadership and management, positive behaviours, a rigorous curriculum and a caring, dedicated staff team where wellbeing is at the heart of all decision-making. No two days are ever the same in school life, so the ability to be flexible is vital. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic learning support assistant to undertake a variety of roles including class support, running intervention groups and the ability to support children 1:1 where needed. We are looking for someone who is committed to making a difference for our children. Working among a team of experienced and highly skilled professionals, there will be a wealth of professional development opportunities to further improve and grow your own skills and practice in the classroom and knowledge of how best to supporting children’s learning needs.
The successful candidates will:
- have a child-centred approach
- be caring, calm and patient
- be able to build relationships with all children
- have the ability to work in an Early Years or KS1 setting
- have the ability to work under pressure and to a fixed timetable
- have experience of working with children with social/communication difficulties in a small group setting.
- have the ability to keep pupils motivated and engaged
- be able to adapt and think on your feet
- be flexible and willing to learn
- be able to attune to a child’s emotional needs
- be able to work as part of a team, learning with and from other colleagues
- be able to work independently and on your own initiative
- have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills
- understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
- have an optimistic attitude and a good sense of humour
To help you decide if Netley is the next school for you, our children want you to know that:
- “The best thing about our school is that it is a community for everyone”.
- “From reading to Taekwondo, you can do everything here”.
- “We love having the opportunity to work with younger pupils in our federated infant school”.
- “We love the responsibility and roles we are given; I love being a library monitor”.
Our staff want you to know that:
- “We have a supportive, approachable middle and senior leadership team”.
- “We have a great team ethos with collaboration across the federation”.
- “Our well-being is considered, we are well looked after; I don’t want to leave”.
- “I love the community spirit, our voices are heard and we have opportunities to further develop professionally.”
- “Across our federation we have established a strong culture of safeguarding”
Our parents want you to know that:
- “You will find clubs suitable for everyone”.
- “Teachers always have the best interests of children at heart”
- “I love the fact that my child has the opportunity to learn in a rich environment, he has loved the local walks and pond dipping”.
Visits to the school are actively encouraged. Applications should be on the Hampshire Support Staff application form and individual CV’s will not be accepted. If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher. Application forms and further information about the school can be found on the Federation of Netley Abbey Infant and Junior Schools website under the ‘Vacancies’ tab. You’ll also find the person specification for this role and the application form there.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we can’t wait to add to our wonderful staff team. Closing Date: Midday Friday 18th October 2024.
For an informal conversation about the post or to arrange to meet our Head of School, Gemma Cutler, please contact the infant school office at infants@netleyabbeyschools.co.uk or call 023 8045 2263.
We and Hampshire County Council 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.Application Form
https://documents.hants.gov.uk/education/recruitment-supportstaffapplicationform.docx