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1:1 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT (to support a pupil with an EHCP) - TEMPORARY
For candidates who already hold a full and relevant Level 2 qualification in supporting teaching and learning:
28.75 hours per week, term time only (8.45am-3.15pm with 45-minute unpaid break, Monday to Friday, term time only). £18,888-£19,983 actual salary (£28,221-£29,856 FTE)
This role will be in place until the funding reduces or ceases or the child leaves the school, whichever is soonest.
Do you enjoy working with children and want to support children in their learning?
We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to provide support to a pupil, based in the infants, with an EHCP, on a 1:1 basis. We are seeking to recruit positive, enthusiastic members of staff with a commitment to our ethos, vision and values.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
This post is suitable for candidates who already hold a full and relevant Level 2 or above qualification in supporting teaching and learning.
All applicants must show a commitment to maintaining high standards and ensuring all children make good progress by providing a stimulating, safe, secure and nurturing environment.
You should:
1. Hold an NVQ Level 2 or above in Specialist Teaching & Learning Support, Teaching & Learning Support, Childcare Learning & Development or equivalent.
2. Have good literacy and numeracy skills - equivalent to at least Basic Skills Level 2/GCSE (4-9 /A*-C) in English & Maths.
3. Have experience of working with primary aged children and the ability to demonstrate high quality phonics teaching and support.
4. Demonstrate in your application form any experience or knowledge you may have of working with children with complex needs.
Why Work at Hackbridge Primary School?
•Opportunity to be part of a growing school
•Chance to work in a diverse, inclusive and fast growing community
•Excellent transport links nearby
•Wide range of facilities across our sites
•A strong and supportive Senior Leadership Team
•Excellent CPD opportunities
•Focus on staff well-being and access to an Employee Assistance Programme
•Local Government Pension Scheme
Important information:
5. Applicants must address each point of the person specification (available to download in the Supporting Documents section above) sequentially within the Supporting Statement. Applications where this has not been completed will not be considered.
6. Please be aware this role can only be worked in the UK from the location provided and not from overseas.
7. Applicants must be able to attend interview in person to complete all interview tasks
8. For this role the Federation would not consider sponsoring a certificate of sponsorship/Visa and we are unable to offer advice on these matters.
9. In line with KCSIE 2025 guidelines, we will use online searches to perform pre-employment checks on candidates as part of the recruitment process.
10. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1974, 2013 and 2020. All employees of the Federation are deemed to be in Regulated activity with children and as such all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other checks as appropriate.
11. Previous applicants need not apply.
12. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response, therefore we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.
13. Interviews will be arranged once shortlisting has taken place
Safeguarding Statement
The Federation of Hackbridge Primary School and Spencer Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, additional safeguarding checks, references, medical clearance and right to work in the UK.