Learning Support Assistant

Job detailsJob roleTeaching assistantVisa sponsorshipVisas cannot be sponsoredWorking patternPart timeContract typePermanentFull-time equivalent salary£21,575.00 - £21,968.00 Annually (Actual)Pro Rata for hours and weeks workedLearning Support Assistant job summaryJob descriptionJob title:Learning Support AssistantGrade:Grade: H3 Scale point range: points 5-6 Salary range: £21,575 - £21,968 (FTE) Pro Rata salary for hours and weeks workedHours / weeks:32.5 hours / week, term time only plus 5 INSET DaysContract type:PermanentReports to:SENCoJob purposeThe job requires the Learning Support Assistant to support the education of our students, in order to help them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.To contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the Academy.Main responsibilitiesHelping students to access the content of lessons and to respond to tasks given.Contributing to curriculum differentiation which takes into account student's needs and difficulties.Helping to promote the development of student's literacy and numeracy skills so that he can achieve his potential in both.Monitoring & developing student's attention, listening and concentration skills.Monitoring student's social communication and interaction and to implement actions that will promote positive development in these and integration with his peers.Helping the student to develop his verbal comprehension, extend his expressive language and clarity of speech.Promoting the development of student's fine and gross motor skills.Promoting and supporting group work and both structured & unstructured activities that will provide opportunities for the student to develop the above skills & to experience & recognise success.Assisting in the planning and implementation of a student's individual education plan.Monitoring and attending to student's behavioural and emotional needs and to promote his well being, self-awareness and independence.To be a key worker and named contact for the student(s).To liaise with staff in order to ensure that awareness of their needs remains high profile.To contribute to information for staff & reviews in order to inform planning & to ensure up to date information on their progress.Attend INSET sessions and meetings as necessary and appropriate.To support Literacy interventions during form time.To provide support during form time registration for identified class groups.OtherBe aware of and comply with policies & procedures relating to child protection; equal opportunities; health safety and security; confidentiality and data protection and to report all concerns to an appropriate person.The above list of principal duties & responsibilities is not necessarily a complete statement. Alterations & further duties may be necessary & will be subject to consultation. The post holder is expected to accept any reasonable changes to his / her job description.To be able to adapt his / her work to address the specific needs of the student.The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present. This role will be reviewed annually as part of the performance appraisal process and the post holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be necessary.Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young people. To meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.Person specificationAttributesEssential (or expected to train / qualify to that standard)GeneralPolite and courteousConfidentiality, probity & integrityExcellent time managementAvailable to work during the school day (8:00am - 3:00pm)Ability to be flexible in approach to work as part of a teamAbility to understand the needs of students, staff, and professionalsExcellent organisational skillsQualifications & trainingEducated to Degree level or equivalent, including English and Maths GCSE (A*-C or 4+); orProven on the job experienceRelevant experienceExperience of working in educationExperience in supporting pupils in a classroom environment, with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Additional Learning Needs (ALN)Appropriate experience in administrationProven track record of working within a teamComputer literateCalm in a crisisUses own initiativeKnowledge, skills & abilitiesWillingness to learn new skills and acquire new areas of knowledgeEnjoy working as part of a hardworking, supportive and friendly teamUnderstanding and sensitive to othersKeen to develop the rolePersonal qualitiesStrong people skills, fair minded and able to communicate well to a variety of audiencesSense of humour, patience and flexibilityAble to interact effectively with staff, parents, students and outside agenciesTeam player, willing to share in key decision makingCommitment to safeguardingWestfield Academy and it's Trust Board fully recognise that they have a duty of care to ensure arrangements are in place for safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children. We recognise that all members of the school community, including volunteers and Trustees, will at all times play a full and active part in protecting our students from harm.Applying for the jobThis school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.CVs are not accepted.Visas cannot be sponsored.