Learning Support Assistant – ARP (ASD Provision)

Permanent role

Required for January

The successful applicant will be required to work within our Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) and when required, support pupils in the mainstream school.

To ensure these pupils receive the best possible provision to assist their needs, we are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who:

·         Has knowledge and understanding of ASD and other conditions associated with this diagnosis.

·         Can support ASD pupils within mainstream lessons.

·         Ability to liaise with staff across the Academy to ensure inclusion of pupils with ASD & SEND.

·         Has a calm, caring but firm manner.

·         Is flexible with regard to working practices and timings.

·         Can undertake educational tasks and attend to the social and personal needs of pupils with ASD, under the guidance of the ASD Lead Teacher.

·         Can work with individuals and small groups in order to support the learning and development of pupils with ASD and a variety of SEND needs.

Hours:                 30 hours per week

                                38.6 weeks per annum (Term time + 3 INSET days)

Salary:                 Level 2A scale 3 - 4 (£12.45 - £12.65 per hour / actual salary approximately £16,513 - £16,772).  

Qualifications:  Level 2/ NNEB/ BTEC or equivalent childcare qualification preferred.  GCSE Maths and English at grades A-C

To apply, please visit www.biggleswadeacademy.org/jobs.  If you have any questions regarding the role, please email vacancies@biggleswadeacademy.org or call 01767 660 515.

Closing Date:                     Sunday 5^th January, 2024

Biggleswade Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.    Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS (Disclosure Barring Service).  In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be undertaken for all prospective shortlisted candidates.