Wollescote Primary School, where our values of Be Proud, Be Positive and Be Polite reflects our ethos of putting the children and the community at the heart of all we do. We are a diverse primary school, with a lot to be proud of. Our classrooms are vibrant, energetic places full of learning where we work to create a classroom ethos that allows children to develop resilience and independence through overcoming their barriers and using their mistakes to learn. Each child is valued as an individual and teachers tailor goals to ensure that all children make good progress and feel successful, regardless of their starting points. We are currently looking to recruit 2 x Level 3 Learning Support Assistants to join our team. Visits to the school are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office by phone (01384 818 500) or email (infowollescote.dudley.sch.uk) All applications must be completed via WM Jobs. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications is Friday 17th May 2024 Interviews are scheduled to take place the week commencing 10th June 2024. Purpose of the Job Level 3 staff work under the guidance of teaching staff with a limited degree of autonomy. NVQ 3 or equivalent is a requirement for the job. The role will require someone who has specific skills and experience. Key Features: To implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups and support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils including the provision of detailed and specialist skills/knowledge in particular areas. To assist the teacher in the whole planning cycle and supervise whole classes or groups during the short-term absence of a teacher. Support for Pupils Make a substantial contribution to Individual Learning Plans and their implementation. Use specialist skills and training to support bilingual/multilingual pupils and help them to access the curriculum Use specialist skills and training to support pupils with communication and interaction difficulties e.g. speech and language delay, dyslexia, dyspraxia etc Use specialist skills and training to support pupils with sensory and /or physical impairment e.g. assistance with the development of appropriate structured learning plans and the implementation of structured learning programme Use specialist skills and training to support pupils with cognition and learning difficulties e.g. encouraging the pupils to engage with and benefit from the planned learning activity, including modifying the activities as agreed with a teacher if the pupil is making slow progress Using specialist skills and training support the behaviour management of pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social development needs e.g. assist with the development of behaviour management strategies, monitor pupil’s behaviour to recognise and reward progress in behaviour management, identify and respond to uncharacteristic behaviour patterns and incidents of challenging behaviour Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and development Establish productive working relationships with pupils acting as a role model and setting high expectations Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance Provide pastoral support to pupils Receive and supervise pupils excluded from, or not otherwise working to a normal timetable Develop 1:1 mentoring arrangement with pupils and provide support for distressed pupils Promote the effective transfer of pupils across phases/integration of those who have been absent Liaise with feeder schools and other relevant bodies to gather pupil information Support for Teacher/School Assess the needs of pupils and contribute to the development of IEP’s Observe and report on pupil performance Take responsibility for the management of challenging pupil behaviour Provision of pupil information to external agencies Design and produce worksheets or administer coursework with minimal supervision for groups of pupils Undertake more complex marking of pupils work in line with school policy Undertake joint home visits as appropriate and in line with LEA policy Implement and evaluate specific curriculum plans and activities for groups of pupils to meet the individual needs of those pupils Contribute to curriculum planning Contribute to the identification and planning of out of school learning activities beyond the school day Under the guidance of a teacher, implement agreed work programmes with individuals or groups maintaining good order and keeping pupils on task Provide emergency cover supervision for a group or class, under the direction and control of the Head teacher or other designated member of staff To provide specialist language support to individuals/groups where English is not the first language Provide guidance and assist in the training and development of staff as appropriate Contribute to the development and maintenance of school policies Participate in working groups on curriculum matters Provide clerical/administrative support e.g. administer course work, produce worksheets for agreed activities Determine the need for, prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources Undertake planned supervision of pupils out of school learning activities Supervise pupils on visits and trips as required Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection. reporting all concerns to the appropriate person Contribute to the overall ethos /work/aims of the school Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required All staff in school will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties in pursuance of raising pupil achievement. Any changes will take account of salary/ status/hours and will be subject to discussion, in accordance with the guidance note on contractual changes. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents Job Description April 2024 LSA.pdf Person Specification September 2024 LSA.pdf