Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - Brandhall Primary School

To start as soon as possible.

This post is term time only, fixed term due to SEN funding.

Brandhall Primary School is a two-form entry primary school with provision for children from the age of 2. We believe that every child deserves to experience an inclusive and rich education and that their time at Brandhall should be remembered with happiness and pride in their achievements. For more information about our school, please visit www.brandhall.sandwell.sch.uk.

The Board of Governors are looking for enthusiastic and hard-working Learning Support Assistants to work as 1:1 support for a child with special educational needs. The post will initially be in the Early Years department, but the candidate will need to be prepared to work in any year group.

We want a dynamic individual with a good knowledge and understanding of SEND to join our dedicated team. The role will start as soon as possible, subject to clearances and notice periods.

You will need:
• An excellent attendance record.
• An enthusiastic attitude to working 1:1 with an SEN child.
• Experience and knowledge of working with children.
• A professional attitude to work.
• NVQ Level 2 in Childcare or equivalent qualification
• Experience and understanding of working in Early Years.
• To enjoy working with all children aged between 2 and 11.
• To be able to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake training, as required.

We can offer:
• A friendly and vibrant place of work.
• A very supportive team around you.
• Opportunity for professional development to further grow your talents.
• Appropriate training opportunities.

You can print an application form online but if you would like a word version of the application form so you can fill it in electronically, please email david.abbiss@brandhall.sandwell.sch.uk. You can email completed applications back to the same email address.

Visits to the school prior to application are welcomed but a tour of the school will be arranged for all successfully shortlisted candidates; this will take place before interviews.

If you want to come and see the school or if you have any queries relating to the role, please email david.abbiss@brandhall.sandwell.sch.uk. Alternatively you can call us on 0121 422 5336.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 20th November 2019

SHORTLISTING: TBC (most likely to be Thursday 21st November or Friday 22nd November)

INTERVIEW DATE: TBC (most likely to be w/c 25th November 2019)

Dates are subject to change, but we will endeavour to keep to these dates as far as possible.

Sandwell Council and Brandhall Primary School are firmly committed to safeguarding our children. Please take the time to read our safeguarding policy prior to applying for this position. The policy is available to download from this website, along with the job description and person specification. Alternatively you can view our safeguarding policy via the school website www.brandhall.sandwell.sch.uk. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.

Hours:     

15.5 hours per week, term time

Salary:

Band B SCP 2-4, (£17,711-£18,426) per annum pro rata (£9.18-£9.55 per hour)

Address:

Brennand Rd, Oldbury B68 0SH

Closing date:

Wednesday 20th November 2019