Learning Support Assistant - Elm Tree Primary Academy

Start date September 2022

Elm Tree Primary Academy is a brand new special school in Sandwell for autistic pupils from Reception to Year 6 who have additional learning needs.

It is intended to open Phase 1 of the school in September 2022 with a Reception class and Y1 class.  Phase 2 will open as a brand new build in September 2023 in Friar Park Road Wednesbury.

This is a very exciting opportunity for Victoria Academies Trust who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Pastoral Lead. We welcome applications from candidates with a range of experience in Leading Safeguarding and working with pupils with additional needs.  The position will allow the successful candidate to be part of a small team and grow with the school as it reaches its full capacity by September 2025

We are looking for candidates who

• Are creative thinkers, passionate, committed and have the determination to secure the best possible outcomes for every child
• Have experience of working with autistic pupils
• Are energetic, positive and have the ability to work effectively as part of our team
• Are willing to go the extra mile to make great things happen for our children
• Are keen to be involved in shaping the curriculum and improving learning opportunities
• Would like the opportunity to develop their leadership skills

We can offer the successful candidates:

• A commitment to continuing professional development
• A supportive and hardworking staff team

Job description, person specification and application form for the post of LSA can be downloaded using the links below.

http://www.mynewterm.com/jobs/468434561/EDV-2022-ETPA-21804

Elm Tree Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Hours:

31 hours per week, term time only

Grade:

Band B SCP 2-4 £18,516-£19,264 per annum pro rata + SEN Allowance £1,327 (fte)

Location:

Elm Tree Primary Academy, Friar Park Road, Wednesbury WS10 0JR

Closing Date:

Midnight, 9th June 2022

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