Job Description

LEARNING SUPPORT/TEACHING ASSISTANT

Salary:

Scale PS3 (FTE 24,330 per annum - pro rata 9,351.10)

Hours:

16.25 hours per week - 5 days 10:45am - 2:00pm.

Contract type:

Part time, temporary, term time only - 38.6 weeks per year. Likely to be until July 2028.

Candidates will be asked to fill in an application form on the DofE website.

We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Learning Support Assistant. This role primarily involves providing English and Maths support for a pupil or pupils in a variety of situations including within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and leading small groups. The successful candidate will work well within a team under the direction of the Class Teacher and SENDCo, whilst also acting on their own initiative to adapt resources and activities to ensure that the learning is accessible. They will bring a warm, positive and encouraging approach to help pupils to thrive academically and build resilience and independence.

Key responsibilities:

Provide tailored support to meet pupils' individual learning needs Encourage confidence, independence and resilience through positive reinforcement and a relational approach Work closely with the Class Teacher and SENDCo to implement strategies and interventions Support pupils' social and emotional development Adapt resources and activities to ensure accessibility and engagement Maintain accurate records of progress and contribute to reviews and planning meetings Supervise and support positive interactions in the playground and lunch hall through a relational approach, and following our school's behaviour policy Delivering first aid and recording this appropriately Liaising with staff members across the school as required Recording safeguarding incidents or concerns in line with school policies
The successful applicant will have:

Permission to work in the UK GCSE grade C/4 or above in maths and English (or equivalent) Previous experience in working with children Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills Ability to adapt learning materials to suit individual needs Commitment to promoting inclusion and pupil wellbeing Supportive of our schools' Christian ethos and values

Why join us?

Grayswood Church of England Primary School is a warm, welcoming, and highly respected village school where both children and staff flourish. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, collaborative environment and investing in professional development for every member of our team. If you are interested in the advertised role and are passionate about making a difference, we would love to meet you- come and visit our school and apply today!

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Grayswood Church of England (Aided) Primary School, Lower Road, Grayswood, Haslemere, Surrey GU27 2DR

Tel: 01428 642086

Website: www.grayswoodschool.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 24,330.00 per year

Expected hours: 16.25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Application question(s):

Do you have a grade 4/C or above in maths and English GCSE (or equivalent)?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person