Job Overview
Learning Support Assistant – Specialist Resource Base at Oasis Academy Long Cross. OCL/NJC Scale 3 (Point 4‑8) £25,185 – £26,824 FTE (Bristol Grade 5) + Local Government Pension Scheme. Actual starting salary £19,028. TTO + Insets (39 weeks). Permanent role.
About the School
Long Cross is a mainstream primary phase school that includes a unique 7‑class, 50‑child Special Resource Base (SRB) which serves a diverse group of learners with complex needs. The school values social inclusion, teamwork, and a culture of joy and learning.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct support for the learning of individual pupils or small groups to achieve defined progression targets.
* Work under the guidance of teaching staff, collaborating with the specialist resource base team.
* Implement bespoke interventions and play‑based, exploratory curriculum.
* Maintain close working relationships with parents and carers to support joint planning.
* Participate in weekly team meetings for reflection and practice improvement.
* Support alternative communication strategies, technology integration and multi‑agency collaboration.
Benefits
* Experienced, supportive and committed team.
* Pedagogy centred around the child with exceptional provision every day.
* High quality teaching and learning with emphasis on motivation and involvement.
* Opportunities to develop skills in alternative communication and technology.
* Inclusive environment and close collaboration.
* Multi‑agency collaboration.
Qualifications & Experience
Candidates should have experience of working with children with SEND in either a mainstream or special school provision.
Application Details
Closing date: Friday 27 March. Interviews will be held the following week. Oasis Community Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative introductions from recruitment agencies.
Safeguarding
Oasis Academy Long Cross is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check and other relevant employment checks.
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