Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Job Description Hundon and Thurlow Primary Federation - Thurlow, Suffolk CB9 7HY £23,114 - £25,979 pro rata 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Permanent (subject to external funding) Reference: 6298 Required as soon as possibleWe are a small, family-focused Federation comprising of two successful, self-governing primary schools, working in partnership. We are seeking to appoint an additional Learning Support Assistant to join our Federation, based at Thurlow Church of England (VC) Primary School to support a small number of pupils with special educational needs in Reception and Key Stage 1. You will also be able to competently work with groups of children. We can offer you: engaged, creative, well-mannered and welcoming learners who take pride in their schools and really want to learn an inclusive and collaborative approach a talented, highly motivated, committed and friendly team of colleagues, passionate about improving outcomes for our pupils inclusive and well-resourced schools with high standards of attainment, progress and behaviour an engaged and supportive governing body who are very keen to support and promote the work of our schools supportive parents who want the best for their children and the schools a commitment to continuing professional development paid personal day annual allowance warm and welcoming schools with a family and community feel.You will: inspire and motivate children be flexible and adaptable undertake a range of specialised tasks to support learning work as part of a team, forming positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents have an appropriate level of expertise, qualifications and/or experience be committed to making a positive contribution and assist with activities across the school and Federation.To find out more:If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application you are welcome to contact our Headteacher, Sharon FitzGerald, or our Deputy, Claire Buckle on 01440 783281. Viewings of the school are encouraged. Please contact the school office to make an appointment. How to apply:Job attachments can be downloaded below: Application Form (docx) Job Description (pdf) Guidance Notes (docx)Completed applications should be sent to Nicola Sanders, Thurlow's Administration Manager on: [email protected] date: midday, 16 October 2024.Interview date: week commencing, 21 October 2024.Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.About the TeamIMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYINGTo apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form.The 'Apply Now' button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.