Learning Support Assistant
Ref: SCH-PAT-0182Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 27.50 Weeks per Year: 43.900 Pay Grade: Grade 4, Scale Range 5 - 6The Role
Ref: SCH-PAT-0182
Required for as soon as possible
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust, comprising of eight schools, six primary schools and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Students are drawn from the local community that includes a mix of different catchment areas.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Learning Support Assistant to join the team at Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant and Nursery School. The candidates will work collaboratively with teaching and other support staff to enhance the development and education of pupils. They will monitor the behaviour of pupils whilst they are undertaking their work to ensure a constructive environment.
The role is 27.5 hours per week, term time plus two, permanent contract, equating to 192 working days per annum.
The Trust can offer:
- hard working and highly committed staff.
- a supportive Trust as your employer.
- motivated, well behaved pupils.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:
- has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.
- has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and pupils.
- can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
- has experience of working in a similar specialist area.
For more information or to discuss or arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 703270 or via email at admin@halfpenny.patrust.org.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned via the Face-Ed system no later than 10am on Friday 4th November 2022.
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Numeracy/Literacy Qualifications |
Essential
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| 4 or more GCSE's at Grade C/4 or higher, including English and Maths (or equivalent grades/qualifications) |
Desirable
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Skills
| Qualifications | |
|---|---|
| Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy qualifications or English and Maths Grade C/4 or equivalent qualification |
Essential
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| Qualification in supporting pupils in a school setting - Level 2 or Level 3 |
Desirable
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| 4 or more GCSE's at Grade 4/C or higher (or equivalent grades/qualifications) |
Desirable
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| Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection issues |
Desirable
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| Understanding the purpose and role of learning support |
Essential
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| Personal Qualities | |
| Commitment to personal development and learning |
Desirable
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| Respect confidentiality |
Desirable
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| Reliability, integrity and stamina |
Desirable
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Ability to seek support, when required |
Essential
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| High personal standards |
Essential
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| Initiative to support learning, with some guidance and support from the teacher |
Desirable
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| Ability to communicate effectively with young people and adults |
Essential
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| Ability to organise self to plan and complete tasks |
Essential
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| Ability to set up basic, and routinely use, equipment and resources under the instruction of the teacher |
Essential
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| Ability to apply written and verbal instructions |
Essential
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| Ability to relate well to children and young people |
Essential
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| Work as an effective team member and apply directions/instructions |
Essential
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| Experience | |
| Experience of dealing with the behaviours not conducive to learning, and ability to deal with a variety of situations |
Desirable
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| Understanding of first aid |
Desirable
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| Experience of basic technology, PC, internet, MS Office packages |
Essential
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| Experience of working with, or caring for, children or young people of relevant age |
Essential
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| Experience of working in a school environment |
Desirable
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Safeguarding Information
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.
The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School
Halfpenny Lane
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 4BW
Mrs N Metcalfe
recruitment@halfpenny.org...