At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young learners in their educational journey and inspire them to achieve their best.
- Company: Join Katherines Primary Academy, a nurturing and supportive school community.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, extra holidays, and subsidised accommodation.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with extensive professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm and excellent communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 26769 - 27180 £ per year.
Katherines Primary Academy are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our successful team in EYFS. The ideal candidate would be an effective role model that sets high expectations and motivates the pupils to achieve. Applicants must be enthusiastic and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Learning Support Assistants (LSA) would work alongside, and individually from class teachers.
Additional benefits at working at Katherines Primary Academy:
- Additional 13 days school holidays
- Competitive salary
- IT equipment relevant to the post
- Subsidised accommodation for teaching staff
- An outstanding childcare facility (under 3 years) for NET staff at discounted rates
- A supportive team of leaders and staff
- Opportunities for growth and development
- A collaborative environment to work with colleagues across the trust
- Extensive CPD opportunities, with external courses for career development
- SENDCO network within the Trust
- Working with a pastoral team, including a family liaison officer
- Membership of a generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teacher Pension Scheme (TPS)
- National pay rates
- Flexible working opportunities
- Supportive special leave requests
The Trust has a dedicated team that works hard to reach high standards in everything they do and this is further embedded through our successful relationships with parents, the local community and the other local schools within NET. At NET Academies we believe in the future development of our teachers, our staff development programme has meant teachers are successful in progressing the next stage of their career.
What Ofsted say about our Katherines Primary Academy:
- “This is a happy and nurturing school where pupils look forward to each day.”
- “Pupils show kindness and respect towards adults and one another and feel safe because trusted adults listen to their concerns.”
- “Children in the early years arrive eager to learn, organise themselves confidently and benefit from high-quality interactions that develop language and communication.”
- “The curriculum is broad, ambitious and carefully tailored to meet the needs of pupils, enabling learning to build successfully over time.”
- “Staff value the support, coaching and professional development provided by leaders and the trust, creating a strong culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.”
- “Parents speak positively about their relationship with the school, while pupils develop a strong sense of belonging, pride and responsibility within the school and wider community.”
Learning Support Assistant EYFS in Birtley employer: Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery
Katherines Primary Academy, part of NET Academies Trust, is an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture, ideal for those passionate about education and child welfare. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on best practices in teaching, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children. Located in a vibrant community, this position offers the unique opportunity to engage with students during their lunchtime, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment.
Contact Details:
Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery Recruitment Team
