Learning Support Assistant

Contract type: Part-Time (32.5 hours per week), Permanent and Term Time Only (39 weeks per year)
Salary: NJC  4-6  £17,841 - £18,412 (FTE £23,615 - £24,371)
Interviews: 12 July 2024 
Start date: 1 September 2024

Compass Point Primary is a diverse and welcoming school in the heart of Bedminster, part of the Excalibur Learning Trust.   We are a single form entry school (of around 200 children) with a Resource Base for children with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, a Nursery for 3 and 4 year olds plus breakfast and after school clubs.  In November 2022 we were awarded a ‘Good’ rating by Ofsted.    We take pride in our inclusive ethos.  As well as providing high quality education we help our children develop life skills for the future.

We are looking for a friendly, positive person with a can-do attitude to join our Early Years team.   Some experience of working with children is essential and we will provide training and career development opportunities to support you in this role

The successful candidate will

- be interested in working with children in an Early Years setting

- be interested in supporting children with SEN

- be keen to learn and willing to act on feedback

- enjoy working as part of a hard-working, committed team

- demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills

- inspire, motivate and encourage children

- use initiative and be self-motivated

In return we offer

- high quality training and development

- well-being support services including annual health-checks, counselling, menopause support and more

- a day off on or around your birthday

- free annual flu vaccination voucher

- cycle to work scheme

- reduced gym membership

- a friendly and supportive workplace

We are a close knit staff team that is committed to developing every child to reach their potential.  If you share our vision then please apply for this position. If you would like further information or would like to visit the school then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  We look forward to receiving your application.