SEN Learning Support Assistant (Level 2)Salary (actual): Grade 3, £17,229 - £17,489 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Temporary contract, Maternity Cover
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Work Pattern: Term time only (38 weeks)
Pension: 26.4% employer’s contribution
West Drayton Academy is a large, friendly and vibrant multi-cultural three-form entry primary school. Our partnership with The Park Federation Academy Trust means there are a host of professional development opportunities that will further your own skills, knowledge and expertise.
We are seeking to appoint a Fixed term SEN Learning Support Assistant, who have high expectations of themselves, colleagues and pupils, and are committed to improving the lives of our children. The SEN LSA’s are to support children with complex needs in KS1 and KS2. The role involves supporting children to access the curriculum and to meet personal targets. This is a temporary position finishing at the end of the maternity leave.
Applicants should have effective communication skills, be able to use their initiative, and will demonstrate a passion for working with children with SEN. Previous experience of working with children or young people with speech, language and communication difficulties will be an advantage.
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have experience of supporting young people.
- Are proactive, positive, calm and flexible.
- Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Are committed to working as part of a team.
- Are resilient.
- Share our vision and aims for all of our pupils.
- Are dedicated and committed to the success of the school.
For the right candidate, we will offer:
- Extensive support and CPD.
- The opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust.
- A welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team.
- An ambitious and dynamic Senior leadership Team.
- A dedicated Governing Body.
- Supportive parents and children who are keen to learn.
- An employee assistance programme (EAP).
We warmly welcome candidates coming to visit the school prior to application; please contact the school to arrange a visit.
Closing date: As and when we receive successful applications.
