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Learning Assistant (Universal) – NLC4 Cumbernauld Academy Cluster
An exciting opportunity is available within Cumbernauld Academy Cluster, North Lanarkshire Council to assist children who have additional support needs.
Cluster based Learning Assistants may be deployed to support children at any school within the Cluster area, on a peripatetic basis as determined by the needs of the pupils. The schools within the Cumbernauld Academy Cluster are:
1. Cumbernauld Academy
2. Abronhill Primary School
3. Carbrain Primary School
4. Cumbernauld Primary School
5. Kildrum Primary School
6. Whitelees Primary School
As a Learning Assistant (Universal) you will work with children, to support them in their school environment.
There will also be a requirement to care for children, assist with their personal hygiene requirements and ensure the maintenance of stocks of hygiene sundries where necessary. Daily reception and departure of children and messenger or escort duties will also be a part of the role. You may be involved in classroom related duties such as the preparation of classwork and materials, setting up and operating teaching aids, recording programmes and reprographic work.
Recent experience working with children on a voluntary capacity or in a school situation is essential, as are good communication and interpersonal relationship skills. A willingness to undertake specific NHS or Education training as required is also essential. Experience of working with children/young people who have additional needs is desirable.
Prior to commencing in this role, you are required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member.
In addition to the advertised posts, there may be the opportunity for candidates to join the Council’s Learning Assistant Supply register for the Cumbernauld Academy Cluster.
There are 4 part time ,term time posts .The working patterns are :
(25 hours) : Mon-Fri 9am-3pm
(25 hours): Mon-Fri 9am-3pm
(18 hours): Mon-Thurs 2 x 4 hours and 2 x 5 hours
(10 hours): Mon and Tues 5 hours per day
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