Contract Type: Fixed Term Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week Number of positions: 1 Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2) and hold HLTA status Start Date: 1st April 26 Salary: £26,403 -28142 pro rata We are seeking to appoint positive, committed and self-motivated Learning Support Assistants with experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to the inclusive values of our school and a genuine passion for supporting the learning, wellbeing and personal development of all children. Practitioners with experience of working across all key stages, in particular EYFS are also welcomed. About the Candidate This role is ideal for practitioners who have experience of working with pupils with a range of additional needs, including communication and interaction needs, social, emotional and mental health needs, and learning needs. You will work closely with class teachers, the SENDCo and wider phase teams to deliver high-quality classroom support and targeted interventions and may also be required to provide cover supervision where appropriate. Applicants should hold a HLTA status. However, candidates who demonstrate relevant SEND experience and a clear willingness to work towards this qualification will also be considered. Candidates will be required to evidence: Good Maths and English skills (minimum GCSE Grade A–C or equivalent) Experience of supporting children with SEND, including those working below age-related expectations A good understanding of evidence-based interventions and personalised approaches to learning Knowledge of how children develop communication, interaction and language skills, including non verbal. An understanding of social, emotional and behavioural needs and how to support children positively High expectations for all pupils and a commitment to inclusion and pupil progress A calm, patient and nurturing approach, with the ability to build trusting relationships Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A professional, positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team Flexibility, initiative and a willingness to contribute to wider school life A strong commitment to working within this diverse school community At Varna Community Primary School we can offer you: Happy, motivated and well-behaved children who enjoy learning A culturally rich and diverse community with supportive, engaged families A strong, collaborative staff team with a shared commitment to inclusion Excellent professional development and SEND-focused training opportunities A supportive working environment with a clear focus on staff wellbeing A warm and welcoming school with excellent outdoor learning spaces A strong track record of pupil progress Employee Assistance Programme Clear boundaries around out-of-hours communication Family-friendly policies and support for family events If you are looking to develop your career in SEND support and would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Headteacher at the school. About Us To apply for this job role, please complete the application form and email it to: [email protected] If you are viewing this job on our Greater Jobs site then please click on the apply now button to view the full advertisement details and relevant attachments. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation