We are looking to recruit a hardworking and dedicated Learning Support Assistant. This role will be working 26.5 hours per week, term time only. This is a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2021.
The role requires some independence and the ability to use your own initiative. In this role we are looking for somebody who:
- Is enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Is able to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Is able to effectively support and track the learning of students
- Has good numeracy and literacy skills and/or knowledge of SEN
- Has a commitment to continuing professional development
Early applications are recommended as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment."
All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge), cautions or bind-overs you may have, even if they would otherwise be regarded as ‘Spent’ under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering guide.
Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.