Learning Support Assistant

Here at Ark Castledown we are committed to providing our pupils with the very best educational opportunities, by having the very highest expectations of ourselves as a staff team. 

We are now seeking an enthusiastic and resilient individual to join our fantastic Inclusion Team as a Learning Support Assistant. The role will involve helping to implement work programmes for a child with additional needs, and assisting in planning, managing and preparing resources for the child. 

Thesuccessful candidate will:

·      have experience of working with primary aged children,

·      have experience of working with children with SEND

·      have experience of supporting children with behavioural difficulties

·      have experience of supporting children with risk awareness

·      have good literacy and mathematical skills

·      be prepared to support with personal care as required

·      be hard working and adaptable to change

We can offer you a friendly, supportive school and opportunities for professional development.

If you have a passion for education, we can offer you support and challenge to develop further. By joining the Ark schools’ network, you will gain access to an exclusive range of benefits including comprehensive CPD, training and best-practice sharing opportunities, reduced gym membership, large retail discounts as well as the unique opportunity to apply for international exchanges and other scholarship prospects.

Interested in this opportunity?

To apply please go to https://arkcastledown.org/jobs/vacancies and apply through our jobs portal.

The closing date for applications is: 13/12/2024 with interviews taking place week commencing 16/12/2024

If you would like to discuss this opportunity or for any queries, please contact Rebecca Stewart on 01424 444046

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

We are community primary school that is dedicated to providing the very best education for the children of our town.

We hold a strong child-centred approach to teaching, where consistency, praise, encouragement and challenge are key. We believe that every child has a unique potential and we work hard to inspire and motivate children to achieve their goals.

We know that a successful and happy school depends on all of us working together, and that parents make an important contribution to children’s achievements at school. We are committed to developing excellent working relationships with our families and all members of our school community.