Learning Support Assistant - Prendergast Primary School

London, England, United Kingdom

12/17/2024

Job Description

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic individuals to join our Learning Support Team to play a key role in supporting Class Teachers in the teaching and welfare of student development. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated and nurturing team in supporting learning, progress and attainment within the classroom. The role will be based in Reception and Key Stage 1, however you may be asked to work across all Primary Phases.

The successful candidates will be positive, flexible and nurturing and be able to build and maintain good relationships with students, staff and parents/carers. You will have a willingness to learn new skills and be able to adapt to support the needs of the children.

Prendergast Primary School is part of Prendergast Ladywell School, an all-through school from EYFS to Year 11. The primary phase benefits from a purpose built primary building, as well as a stunning outdoor space which includes specifically designed play areas for Reception, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, as well as the school's own Nature Reserve. The school is fortunate to be one of the only primary schools in Lewisham to have its own Teaching Kitchen classroom.

Being part of a successful Federation of Schools, located in easy travelling distance of each other, enables the schools to support each other and share best practice and resources. It also enables the Federation to offer staff the opportunity to develop their career as we are committed to developing and promoting from within wherever possible.

We offer a comprehensive and supportive induction programme for all new staff. You will also have access to a rich and varied CPD programme within the school and across the Federation.

We are dedicated to creating a work environment that our colleagues can enjoy, our students can benefit from, and where work complements life. For this reason, we encourage everyone to discuss with us their flexible working requirements during the recruitment process so that we can find the best working solution for them and their role.

Salary: Scale 3, (Points 5-6) £30,120 - £30,552 pro-rata

Hours: 30 hours a week, 39 weeks a year (term time only + Inset Days)

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Closing date: 9:30am, Monday 13 January 2025

Interviews: WC Monday 13 January 2025

Please note CVs are not accepted.

The Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.