Details
1072739
University of Salford
29/04/2024
Ongoing
38.5 hours (Monday to Friday)
Casual
Pay
£11.02
£1.44
Description
Role
Our client is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistants to support the teacher in creating a learning environment that stimulates and encourages the best possible progress and the highest possible attainment for all pupils.
The school is an independent special school offering education for children aged 3-19 who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan), for pupils with significant physical impairment, complex health needs, learning disability and / or Autistic Spectrum Conditions.
Our dynamic and passionate staff are committed to the vision of ‘Transforming Lives’. We ensure that pupils receive the same learning and social opportunities as other pupils; which we achieve by providing facilities which are second to none and a creative curriculum tailored to meet their needs
The work is challenging but, as no two days are ever the same, it is rewarding and enjoyable.
Duties and responsibilities
- Motivating your pupils to achieve beyond their potential.
- Supporting and encouraging pupils in their schoolwork.
- Encouraging children to communicate.
- Helping children to understand instructions.
- Ensuring pupils feel comfortable and confident in their own abilities.
- Listening to children read, reading to them, and telling them stories.
- Looking after vulnerable children who require a dedicated person to manage their physical needs, including their hygiene.
- Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks.
- Supporting children during social activities, outings, and sports events.
- Helping children during therapy sessions.
- Supervising group activities.
- Assisting Teachers to plan learning activities, prepare learning materials, complete records, and carry out administrative tasks.
- Supporting Teachers in managing class behaviour.
- Following a child’s care plan.
- Supervising pupils in the playground.
- Clearing away materials and equipment after lessons.
- Taking part in training.
Skills and experience
Hours of work:
8.30am-4pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8.30am-5pm Wednesday
Term Time
38.5 hours per week (x 38 weeks) plus 2 training weeks of 37 hours, totaling 1753 hours paid for inclusive of annual leave, £19,318 - £20,387 per annum.
8.30am-4pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8.30am-5pm Wednesday
Full Time
Please be aware that this is not a term time only position. You will be paid for 37 hours per week during each 12 month period inclusive of annual leave.
The core hours of work during term time (38 weeks) are 38.5 per week (8.30 am until 4.00 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 8.30 am until 5.00 pm on a Wednesday) plus 2 training weeks at 37 hours.
Location
Bolton
Benefits
Why work for us?
The staff team is highly committed and dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled children. You will be working with colleagues who are resilient, energetic, caring and who enjoy their roles.
There are clear career opportunities for advancement within a growing organisation which puts the service users at the heart of all we do.
In addition you can expect:
- Free Enhanced DBS check
- Competitive pay scale
- Pay increase on completion of relevant qualification or if already have a relevant qualification upon completion of probationary period
- Additional payments for additional responsibilities up to £2500 per annum
- 30 days holiday including public holidays
- Paid-for training and qualifications
- Staff Recognition Schemes – employee of the month, refer a friend (£300), long service plus nominations for national awards
- Staff Council – a forum in which staff from all sections of the organisation can suggest and initiate change
- Salary Protection Scheme in the event of longer-term absence from work due to illness or injury (contracted staff)
- Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24-hour advice line offering support on a range of life and work, money and family issues and 24 hour medical support including online GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support and counselling (contracted staff)
- Discount schemes for local and national shops and services
With a clear career path and excellent training and support on offer, you would have the opportunity to develop an exciting and rewarding career within a rapidly developing charitable organisation, whilst making a positive impact upon the lives of the children we support.
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