At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Special Educational Needs in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: Join Berrow Primary Church Academy, a caring and inclusive community-focused school.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, pension scheme, enhanced sick pay, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing great education for every child.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Interest in education and good communication skills are essential.
Berrow Primary Church Academy is looking to recruit a SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work in KS1 with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and join our wonderful staff team as part of The Priory Learning Trust.
With picturesque scenery and a strong community, Berrow Primary Church Academy is a friendly, nurturing and loving school with great ambitions. As a Church Academy, we sit at the heart of our local community and inspire our children through lighting up a love of learning. We are a caring, inclusive school with a strong Christian ethos where everyone is welcome.
We are dedicated to improving outcomes for all children and believe all of our children can achieve incredible things. We aim to provide the highest quality of education and pastoral support for all children to help them to be successful.
About the role
- Assist quality first teaching and learning.
- Work with classroom teachers to support the learning and assessment.
- Establish a positive relationship with pupils in order to support them in feeling safe and enabling them to enjoy and learn.
- Help develop positive learning behaviours, working collaboratively with the class teacher.
- Tailor provision to suit the needs of individual children.
- Positively manage behaviour adopting a calm restorative approach.
- Support our young people with their learning and wellbeing to ensure every child has the best opportunity to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment.
- Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all according to the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Provide meaningful feedback on children’s attainment and progress.
- Contributing to wider school culture.
- Engage in staff training and whole school development; participating in weekly support staff training.
- Engage in weekly support staff PPA (planning, preparation and assessment) time to support quality first teaching.
About you
- An interest and/or experience of working within a school or with children.
- Ability to adhere to working procedures and policies within the school environment.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Efficient ICT skills.
- Patient, flexible and adaptable, meticulous and conscientious.
- Possibly an interest or some experience of working with children with special educational needs.
We can offer you:
- Local Government Pension Scheme: You will benefit from generous employer contributions with built in peace of mind, including a tax-free Death in Service lump sum.
- Enhanced Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay scheme during illness or unexpected sickness related emergencies.
- Family Friendly: Enhanced leave packages to support your work-life balance.
- Great team dynamics: Become part of a highly collaborative professional community.
- Central partnership support: Access to high-quality central services and specialist expertise.
- Continuous Service: Full recognition of prior service for benefits which protects and enhances employment entitlements.
- Exceptional CPD: Dedicated budget and time for your professional development.
- Diversity & Inclusion: A proactive commitment to creating a workspace where diversity is celebrated.
To find out more about Berrow Primary and our trust, please refer to our job description attached. In order to apply for this role please complete an application form via the link above. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
The trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.
The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice.
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At Berrow Primary Church Academy, we pride ourselves on being a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. Our commitment to employee development, coupled with a supportive team culture and generous benefits such as enhanced sick pay and a local government pension scheme, makes us an excellent employer for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Located in the picturesque Burnham-on-Sea, our school is at the heart of the community, providing a unique opportunity to inspire young learners while enjoying a fulfilling career.
