LSA Level 2 Permanent- Hamstead Primary

Hamstead Primary School is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work with 1-1 SEND pupils or to provide support within class. The post is Permanent.

The successful candidate will join our hardworking and committed team who work to raise standards and outcomes for our children. 

The successful candidate must display energy and determination to support us in our drive towards continuing to raise standards. Therefore, we are looking for:

• someone who is passionate about supporting children either 1:1 or in small groups to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children.
• someone who can form positive relationships by inspiring and motivating children.
• someone with a good subject knowledge and understanding of some of the primary phases.
• someone who has experience of supporting pupils with SEN/EAL needs and has a good grasp of phonics delivery.
• someone who can communicate effectively with all stakeholders - pupils, parents, governors and colleagues.
• someone who can be proactive and use their own initiative.

In return, we can offer you:

• an inclusive school where staff and pupils are welcoming and display a positive attitude towards teaching and learning;
• a supportive staff and governing board;
• continuous professional development opportunities and support from our SENDCo;
• the chance to be creative and innovative to continue to drive standards and improvements within school.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office on 0121 357 1557 or email vanessa.barnett@hamsteadprimary.co.uk to arrange a visit.  An application pack can be downloaded along with the Job Description and Personnel Specification. 

Hamstead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and clearances, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service/ and or barred list checks.  This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

As stated in Keeping Children Safe in Education all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Shortlisting: Week beginning 20th January 
Observations/Interviews: Week beginning Monday 27th January   
Hours: 31 Hours per week
Salary: Band B SCP 3-4 (£24,027 - £24,404 per annum) Pro Rata £16,973 - £17,244
Address: Hamstead Primary School, Hamstead Road Great Barr Birmingham B43 5BE
Closing Date: Friday 17th January @10.00am