We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team at Limebrook Primary School & Nursery. 

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the Head Teacher, SENDCo and the class teacher. 

We are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar setting (KS1) who is capable of giving their knowledge and experience to the children in our school.

The ideal candidate will be expected to:

• Have experience in a similar educational setting

• Have consistently high expectations

• Support children by following programmes devised by the school and modify planning to suit the needs of the child/children

• Liaise with class teacher, SENCo and other professionals, maintaining accurate and detailed records of the child's progress towards targets

• Use their own initiative and work independently to support the child in making the best possible progress

• Be positive, encouraging and supportive in all interactions with children, colleagues and families. 

• Remain calm and flexible, be caring and patient responding appropriately to the varying needs of pupils. 

• Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills. 

• Maintain confidentiality and act professionally at all times. 

• Be organised, reliable and able to manage time effectively. 

• Be reflective and committed to improving their own practice. 

• Have a proactive approach to CPD and further professional development

• Have a good standard of English and Mathematics (minimum GCSE Grade C or equivalent)

• Have a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare and safety of all children. 

• Be committed to promoting inclusion, equality and positive behaviour. 

• Be willing to undertake first aid, manual handling or other relevant training, where required. 

• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the SENCO or Head of School, appropriate to the responsibilities of the post.

  
  We can offer you:

• A vibrant and rapidly improving school with rewards and opportunities for motivated and committed individuals 

• Friendly, motivated and aspirational pupils

• A dedicated and collaborative staff team

• High-quality CPD and professional development opportunities through providers such as The National College and The Key. 

• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to our staff benefits, exclusive rewards and discounts programme Perks at Work 

• Opportunities for career progression within the Trust

• A positive working environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) 

• Cycle to work, home and technology sacrifice schemes

This is a public facing role and the successful candidate must speak fluent English.