William Byrd Primary Academy

Learning Support Assistant
Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 15/10/2024
Closing time: 11:59 AM

Learning Support Assistant

Work pattern: 36 hours per week, Term Time only + 5 staff development days (39 weeks)
Salary information: Scale 3, (Salary point dependent on experience)
Contract type: Permanent 
Start date: ASAP

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work in our thriving school. The staff and children make this school a very special place to work. 

Initially this role would be to work within our beautiful Nursery setting. The Early Years was recently awarded ‘An Area of Excellence,’ from a Challenge Partner review for the approach taken towards child development. We have a stunning environment that we are very proud of. Please look at our website as there are lots of photos of our setting.

As William Byrd is a large three form Primary School, where Learning Support Assistant work within the school may change to meet the evolving needs of the school.

Applicants should have excellent communication and empathy skills and a commitment to teamwork. Previous experience of working with children in a primary school setting would be an advantage. Ideally, the post holder will hold a minimum of NVQ2 or equivalent in a relevant area.

Further training opportunities are available and actively encouraged.

As it is the Summer Holiday it is challenging to see us in action! However, tours will be available as part of the interview process.  

Closing date: Tuesday 15th October 2024
Date of interview: To be confirmed
Further information: Earlier applications are welcome and interviews may take place prior to the closing date with mutual agreement.

Supporting Documents

Additional Information
CVs will not be accepted

Safeguarding Statement
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.


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