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Learning Support Assistant - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Kings Monkton School

Kings Monkton School

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

1 month ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are looking for LSAs to support pupils with ALN within the classroom, and during interventions.

Job Title:
Learning Support Assistant

Role:
To work as part of the Learning Support Team in supporting ALN pupils in mainstream classes.

Line Manager:
Sara Strange ALNCo

Work in partnership

with:

SLT; _Mr Stephen Morse & Mr Matt Forey, ALN Support Worker, Head of Faculties; Head of Key Stage; Class Teachers; Parents and LA.

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Contract 35 Hours per week, worked between the hours of term time only - 36 weeks a year.

Holidays 4 weeks and 8 bank holidays pro rata (4 weeks in total)

Pay £20,319 pro rata equivalent to £15,536.22 SS1 Scale

Introduction

Under the reasonable direction of the Principal, carry out the professional duties of a Learning Support Assistant as set out in the School's contract and Education Workforce Council Professional Standards Document.

To support and maintain the high standards of pupil attainment and achievement; and monitor and support pupil progress.

Roles Specific to this Post

In relation to the individual student

To develop an understanding of the special educational needs of the pupil concerned.
To consider the pupils special needs and ensure their access to the lesson and its content through appropriate clarification, explanations, equipment and materials.
To meet and deliver the pupils targets; IEP; Statement as appropriate.
To build and maintain successful relationships with the pupil, treat them consistently, with respect and consideration.
To help promote independent learning. To help reinforce learning.
To assist the pupil with physical needs and provide intimate care.
To help the pupil record work in an appropriate way.
To develop study and organisational skills.
To help keep the pupil on task and to build motivation.
To model good practice and ensure good behaviour of the pupil. To help build the pupils' confidence and enhance selfesteem.
To support the review of IEP's and SEN Statements with the ALNCo; parents and Local Authority.

In relation to the Teacher

To have formal and informal meetings with teachers to contribute to planning lessons / activities.
To prepare materials and resources.
To prepare the pupil beforehand for a task.
To work on differentiated activities with identified groups.
To support the teacher in implementing specific teaching programmes. To supervise practical tasks.
To carry out structured classroom assessment/ observation and feedback outcomes. To be involved in keeping records and evaluating pupils progress.

Supervision arrangements:
Ø Complete a six-month probationary period

Ø Termly formal review of performance with Mrs Strange/Mrs Alger

Ø Regular meetings for team of LSAs, coordinated by Mrs Strange four times a term

Ø Observation of classroom support work by Mrs Strange twice yearly.

Job Type:
Permanent

Salary:
£15,536.22 per year

Benefits: