Learning Assistant - Corby, United Kingdom - Greenwood Academies Trust

Greenwood Academies Trust

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Corby, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Ref
142363

Department
Learning Support

Location
Studfall Junior Academy (Corby)

Contracted hours per week
13

Contracted weeks per year
39

Contract type
Temporary

Closing date
11/12/2023

Description

Salary - £22,737 - £23,114 (£6,933 - £7,047 pro rata)

Interview date:
Thursday 14th December 2023

Start date:
Monday 8th January 2024

This role is for Monday and Tuesday - no flexibility

We are seeking an outstanding Learning Assistant to support pupils in the classroom at the Studfall Academy.

You will be instrumental in supporting the Class Teacher to ensure the development and learning of pupils within the class.

This position will include working with small groups and on a one to one basis.

About you:

Whilst training will be given on some aspects of the personal care element of the role, we are looking for an organised and caring person who can engage pupils to inspire a love of learning

You should:
- have a range of behaviour management strategies and teaching skills
- be well organised and have high expectations of achievement and behaviour
- possess excellent communication skills at all levels in order to be able to liaise effectively with parent/carers and outside agencies
- experience with pupils with additional needs essential
- be able to support learning across a primary setting.

Possessing an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Child care and education, experience with pupils with additional needs and ability to support learning in a primary setting are essential.

About us:

Our academy is much larger than the average academy with four classes per year group, bringing great opportunities for teamwork and collaboration.

Our academy is formed of Studfall Infants, and Studfall Junior collating of years from EYFS through to year 6.

We chose to become part of Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT) in 2018 and joined as a good school.

We have a designated special provision, which reinforces our inclusive ethos and also enables staff to gain wonderful experiences of working with children with SEND and gaining invaluable skills.

The academy is part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT).

We also have very close and vibrant relationships with Studfall Junior Academy - with a shared Academy Council and joint staff training.

All GAT academies work collaboratively to share best practice and are supported by the expertise within the Central Team to enable them to focus on teaching and learning.

For more information, please visit:
Studfall Junior Academy - Home

In Return

Working for the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT), you will be contributing to enabling every child to achieve their very best.

All our academies work collaboratively, to share best practice and are supported by the expertise within the Education Support Team to enable them to focus on improving outcomes.

As a GAT employee, you will receive excellent opportunities for career progression and access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance your professional growth.

We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

That's why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account - with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health.

It's part of our commitment to look after you.

Here's what you can look forward to:

Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/
Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
Save money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
A free Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment.

As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.