Learning Support Assistant

Job detailsJob roleTeaching assistantVisa sponsorshipVisas cannot be sponsoredKey stageKey stage 3, Key stage 4Working patternFull time: 37.5 hours/week, 40 weeks/yearContract typePermanentFull-time equivalent salary£25,086 pro rata of £28,346 FTE per annum, 40 working weeks/yearWhat skills and experience we're looking forQUALIFICATIONSAND TRAINING1.GraduateQualified. (E)2.Astrong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel,PowerPoint and Access. (E)3.FirstAid at Work. (D)4.Trainedin Arbor. (D)PROFESSIONALEXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING5.Experienceof working with children, preferably in a school environment. (D)6.Anunderstanding of issues related to under-achievement and the barriers tolearning that some pupils face. (D)7.Anunderstanding of relevant legislation, policies and codes of practice, eg.child protection, data protection and freedom of information. (D)8.Knowledgeof school's behavioural and management policy and procedures. (D)9.Experiencedin assisting children on an individual basis, in smallgroup and whole class work(D)10.Able to explain tasks simply and clearly and fosterindependence (E)11.Display work effectively, and make and maintain basicteaching resources (E)12.Experienceof working with ICT effectively and using systems to produce managementinformation eg Arbor (D)PERSONALQUALITIES13.Excellentorganisational and record keeping skills. (E)14.Relevant qualifications - e.g. GCSEs/Level 2, or equivalent includingMaths and English (E)15.Theability to assimilate information quickly. (E)16.Work with guidance, but under limited supervision17.Effectivetime management skills and the ability to be responsive and efficient. (E)18.Theability to work to agreed quality levels and service standards as well astargets and work schedules. (E)19.Abilityto communicate effectively with persons at all levels both internal and atexternal level. (E)20.Understandingof issues of confidentiality. (E)21.Reliabilityand punctuality. (E)22.Arecord of good health and attendance. (D)23.Abilityto remain calm and be able to work effectively under pressure. (E)24.Abilityto work co-operatively and flexibly as part of a team. (E)25.Fostergood relationships. (E)26.Willingnessto share information and expertise with other staff. (E)27.Willingnessto undertake further training and development outside of normal working hours.(E)(E) isEssential(D) isDesirableWhat the school offers its staffAbout The Hurlingham Academy:The Hurlingham Academyis a very special community. Ofsted officially recognised our mixedcomprehensive school as 'outstanding' in March 2024 and inspectors saw that 'pupilsbehave exceptionally well and achieve highly.' Our GCSE results consistentlyplace us in the top 5 United Learning academies and our students have made'well above average' progress for the last six years. This year, a tremendous 85%of students achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, with 75%achieving grade 5 or above in the two subjects. At the higher levels,41% of all students achieved a grade 7 or above in English and maths.These tremendousresults are due to the unique culture that has developed at The HurlinghamAcademy. The highest expectations of students and real academic rigour arecombined with a strong focus on developing the whole child and embedding aculture in which every single child matters and must be supported to achievetheir full potential. 42% of our students are pupil premium (nearly twice thenational average) and so we are working to help some of the UK's mosteconomically needy students achieve the best GCSE results possible.At The HurlinghamAcademy, we strive to ensure that our teaching standards are exceptionallyhigh, and that children feel safe and supported in school. Lessons follow aknowledge-rich and academically rigorous curriculum, and we place a significantemphasis on teachers inspiring their students to love each subject and enjoytheir learning.Our staff body is a collaborative,close-knit and diverse community that learns together, has fun together andcontinues on our journey towards all-round excellence for each individualstudent, year after year. Our staff feel empowered, supported and are providedwith the highest-quality professional development.As part of UnitedLearning, staff at The Hurlingham Academy enjoy enhanced rates of pay,additional planning days, shared curriculum resources, access to subjectadvisers and networks, 20% PPA time across an average working week, enhancedparental leave, wellbeing support, access to free and confidential counsellingsupport, an excellent CPD offer and career progression opportunities withinschool clusters.The Hurlingham Academyis located in Fulham, West London, just 10 minutes from Parsons Green tubestation and within a stone's throw of the River Thames. We welcome visits fromprospective applicants.About therole:We are looking for someone to join ourInclusion Team as a Learning Support Assistant(LSA). Thisistheideal opportunityfor aspiringteacherstoexperiencelife in a secondary school.Alternatively,you may be looking to build on current experience of supporting students andlooking to develop your skill setas an LSA.Ourcurrent LSAs are moving on to teacher training and we are looking fordetermined, dynamic and inspiring individuals to replace them. If this is you,then please get in touch.Withinthisrole,you will developstrategies to assist the learning ofstudents withvarying Additional Educational Needs. The five maincategories are:English as anAdditional LanguageCognition andLearningSpeech, Language andCommunicationSocial, Emotional andMental HealthPhysical and SensoryAmongstother things, our LSAsprovidein class support, co-planning directlywith class teachers;create high qualityresources;provide one-to-oneinterventions;run small groupsessions andtake responsibilityfor delivering programmes of support in both literacy and numeracy.OurLSAstake part in whole school staff training and get regular input fromthe Speech and Language Therapist, the Borough EAL coordinator and EducationalPsychologist in how to best support the needs of our students.AtThe Hurlingham Academy, we play to our team's strengths and think hard abouthow best to supportyou andthe students.You will be a valuedmember of our team,whosecontributions arerespectedandwho is trusted to deliver in your areas of expertise. Our LSAs work hard, butwe in turn are prepared to invest in their professional development.Thisis a place where you can develop the skills you need tochallenge yourselfand have a positive impact on those around you.Likeall of us at The Hurlingham Academy, youwill make it your mission to bring out the best ineveryone - students, staff, parents and the wider community. We are confidentour school will exceed your expectations - and that you will help our studentsto do the same, with teaching that improves their life chances.We are open toapplications from candidates looking for a full-time or part-time role and canbe flexible with start/finish times. There will be the opportunity forcandidates to discuss flexible working options at interview.Safeguardinginfo: The Hurlingham Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting thewelfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An EnhancedDisclosure and Barring Service check is required for all successful applicantsUNITED LEARNING is a subsidiary charity ofthe not-for-profit charity, the United Church Schools (UCS) and shares with itthe objective of managing schools which offer students a high quality educationbased on the principles of service and tolerance. Registered Charity No.1093277Commitment to safeguardingOur organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):childcare disqualificationDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)medicalonline and social mediaprohibition from teachingright to worksatisfactory referencessuitability to work with childrenYou must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.Applying for the jobApply for the job by following the link below.CVs are not accepted.Visas cannot be sponsored.