Sharlston Community School is an averaged sized, friendly and welcoming primary school. The school is committed to inspiring every child to shine by nurturing their unique talents and fostering a love for learning. Together, as a community, we celebrate success as a shared experience, empowering everyone to reach their full potential. Inspected by Ofsted in December, the school is a good school.
The Governors, staff and children of the school are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our educational team. The successful candidate will be someone who understands the school’s current strengths, who values distributed leadership, and has the skills and experience to deliver continued improvements.
We are looking for someone who:
1. Is committed to developing the full potential of all children
2. Has high expectations of pupil attainment, progress and behaviour
3. Works well as part of a team and has good interpersonal skills
4. Is able to support pupils through personalised timetables
5. Has a positive outlook
6. Will promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
7. Can work under the direction of the teacher to implement group or 1:1 interventions to support pupils to make progress
8. Understands EHC Plans and Learner Profiles, and can assist in formulating and implementing such plans
9. Can confidently assess pupils progress and identify next steps in learning using Wakefield Progression Steps
10. Establishes constructive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
11. Genuinely cares about children and improving their life chances through positive school experiences
In return we can offer:
12. A commitment to support your continued professional development through a network of experienced professionals across the primary academies within Waterton Academy Trust
13. Pupils with outstanding behaviour and a willingness to learn within a learning environment where excellence is our goal
14. A happy and caring school community
15. An opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team of staff
16. A health and wellbeing package
17. A cycle to work scheme
18. An excellent pension package
Next Steps
Further Details
Interested candidates are welcome to visit Sharlston Community School. In order to arrange a visit, or for further information about the post, please contact the school office on, or email
To Apply
Please submit applications via the below link: