Learning Support Assistant Level 2 (SEND) - Moat Farm Infant

Fixed Term contract to 22/07/2022 (Subject to SEND Funding)

Start Date:        17^th January 2022

Moat Farm Infant School is looking to appoint a reliable, motivated and enthusiastic person to work within our very effective school. The appointed person will provide 1:1 support for children in school with SEN. They will be working under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO. They will also need to have a genuine desire to work with infant aged children.  Candidates should have the following qualities and experience:

• Minimum of NVQ level 2 qualification
• Previous experience of supporting children with SEN particularly children with ASD
• Ability to maintain a calm and constructive approach when dealing with challenging situations
• Use positive and effective behaviour management strategies
• Experience of working with both verbal and pre-verbal children
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Experience of working in a school setting and working within a team
• Experience of supporting children working in EYFS and KS1
• Experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs
• Experience of using PECs and Makaton is desirable

Application forms and job descriptions are available online via www.sandwell.gov.uk/jobs, the school website: www.moat.farm-inf.sandwell.sch.uk or by emailing natalie.skidmore@mfi.school

If you require further information please contact the school office on 0121 552 1885 (Option 2)

Closing Date:      Friday 7^th January 2022 at 12pm

Shortlisting:       Monday 10^th January 2022

Interviews:        Thursday 13^th January 2022

(Please be aware that interviews could take place virtually depending on Covid-19)

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.  If you do not hear from us by the end of the day on Monday 10^th January 2022 you have not been successful in your application.

Hours:

30 ½ hours per week term time only, Monday – Friday.

Grade:

Band B SCP 2-4 (£18,198 - £18,933) pro rata (Actual salary £13,039 - £13,566) (£9.43 - £9.81 per hour) plus a Living Wage supplement to £9.50 per hour, payable from 1 April 2021

Location:

Moat Farm Infant School, Brookfields Road, Oldbury B68 9QR

Closing Date:

7th January 2022