Total 304 Education / Training job vacancies in Bristol, Bristol

We are looking to appoint a Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) Learning Support Assistant, to provide one to one support and care for children with complex needs, enabling them to attend nursery and build their independence.
What’s it like being a SEND learning support assistant at Redcliffe Nursery School…
“Being a support worker is a fast paced, varied and incredibly rewarding job and I love it. Spending time with a child one to one, learning about them, how they communicate and process things, earning their trust and then watching them as they learn, grow and interact with others is incredible. No day is ever the same and there are ups and down on the way, but in my opinion, there is nothing like it!” – Jessie, SEND learning support assistant at Redcliffe Nursery School.
The ideal candidate will have some experience of working with children with complex SEND needs. Previous experience is desired, however not essential, as training will be provided. The successful candidates will be working alongside other SEND Learning Support Assistants and our as part of a supportive SEND team. We place high value on the training and skill development for all members of staff.
Applicants will need to be enthusiastic, energetic and have the ability to implement consistent routines and boundaries. Be able to build positive relationships, working closely with staff and parents in order to share detailed information regarding the child’s nursery day.
Being outdoors is strongly embedded in our ethos. You will need to be willing to spend time outdoors during children’s play and support the child with regular visits to Leigh Wood’s as part of our Forest Experience.Working hours: flexible – Full time and part time options available. Standard working hours are 8.45am-3.15pm, with the potential to include hours from 8.00am-4.00pm for the successful applicant. A minimum of 3 days will be required. We are committed to supporting our staff team in their personal and professional development. Whether you’re just starting out working in early years, or have decades of experience, we will provide bespoke support to enable you to thrive in the role and meet your career aspirations.
• A thorough induction.
• An opportunity to take part in whole team professional development INSET days.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development.
• A warm and supportive team.
• Supervision with a leader.
• A chance to shape and develop our after-school provision.
• A chance to learn from our Key People, qualified teachers and SENDOs.
• A chance to contribute your ideas and energy to the nursery and be a valued member of the team.
Closing date: Midday Friday 1st November, Interviews to be held: W/C 4th NovemberFor further information, please see accompanying documents

What skills and experience we're looking for

North Star was born out of a drive to do something different for those who need more

Formed by the desire to shape futures, North Star emerged

We remain where others may part

Equipping young minds to join with their communities

Forging together the path ahead, traveling alongside

Our team can bring dreams to fruition. Join us and thrive.

North Star 82° is the primary provision of North Star Academy Trust based in North Bristol, specialising in supporting pupils experiencing Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties. We aim to be part of a joined-up provision offering our pupils the outstanding education they deserve.

Are you an experienced and successful primary KS2 teacher, ideally with a background within an SEMH school?

You will bring everything it takes to engage children who are working below age related children and transform their futures. You will be passionate about safeguarding, deeply committed to releasing potential, and determined to make a difference every day.

You will bring our innovative curriculum to life as you maintain good order and discipline, engage pupils with SEN, and stimulate children of all abilities to reach their full potential. We will give you real scope to develop the social, emotional and cultural aspects of our pupils’ learning, and encourage you to set clear targets for both behaviour and academic achievement. This means you will enjoy plenty of autonomy and wide-ranging opportunities to shape the way we work.

We are looking for a teacher with:

• Good Knowledge of SEN Code of Practice, in particular SEMH education
• Experience using assessment data and implementing strategies for raising achievement of pupils with SEMH
• Commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team to actively promote inclusion and ensure the safeguarding of all pupils
• Experience of managing HLTAs and LSA's in the classroom

What the school offers its staff

You will be part of:

• An exciting and innovative development of an All-through learning community
• A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
• A caring and inclusive ethos
• A school which has supportive Trustees and Parents with high expectations of the school

In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression to the right person.

Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received so please submit an early application.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology to join our dynamic DT Faculty on a maternity cover contract.

The successful candidate must possess the skills and experience to teach all aspects of D&T at KS3 (Food, Textiles, Product Design) and specifically Food at KS4.

The successful candidate will be:

• a strong classroom teacher
• able to enthuse, engage and motivate students
• be willing/able to teach all aspect of DT at KS3
• particularly experienced and skilled in teaching Food

What the school offers its staff

Gordano School offers an excellent benefits package including contributory pension scheme, a comprehensive employee assistance programme and benefits (offering discounts on shopping), cycle to work scheme and on-site parking.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Gordano School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment.. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check. A copy of the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Disclosure Policy and Recruitment Policy can be found on the Lighthouse Schools Partnership website.

Learning Support Assistant
Hours: 32.5 hours per week over 5 days, Term time including Inset days.
Required from the 4 November 2024. Fixed term until 31 August 2025
Salary: £18880 - £20593 per annum
We are seeking to appoint a hardworking and dynamic individual to join our dedicated Inclusion team and provide effective support to pupil learning across the school.
Applicants must be self-motivated, professional, positive and supportive, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have a passion for seeing all pupils make the best possible progress.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a substantial difference to the lives of young people.
St Katherine’s is an oversubscribed and successful school with a strong sense of community. The school was rated good by Ofsted in December 2021. We are a community school without a faith designation and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, beliefs, and religions. We respect and value diversity and inclusivity in our community.
Our mission:
We are St Katherine’s — a nurturing and inclusive community, united in the pursuit of excellence
We are located in a beautiful rural setting on the edge of Bristol. Our thriving, diverse community is founded on our core values of respect, responsibility and resilience; we actively encourage everyone within our community to ‘live and breathe’ our values every day. The school aims to create an environment where all students feel confident, secure and valued to help them perform at their best.
We are committed to continuous professional learning which is built into our school day each fortnight for all staff. We offer both internal and external leadership training including the NPQML and NPQSL programmes, leading profiling and shadowing opportunities. Coaching is embedded within our school to support and develop leadership potential and career progression for all staff. In addition, we actively promote opportunities for Trust wide working and collaboration across the trust is integral to our development.
St Katherine’s School is part of the Cathedral Schools Trust. Cathedral Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the strength in diversity. Our schools have a wide range of cultural, socio economic and religious influences and we use this to ensure that we broaden our understanding of each other and the world. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or religious belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability or age, and maternity, marital or civil partner status.
If you would like to find out more about the school please visit the school website
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts at Cathedral Schools Trust are subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, initial and periodic enhanced level checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 3 November 2024
Interviews will be held during w/c 11 November 2024
We reserve the right to appoint before the deadline for an exceptional candidate.

This post is for a qualified Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP) who has completed the Child and Young Persons (CYP) Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) course. The EMHP will have skills in assessment and treatment in delivering low intensity evidence-based interventions with CYP presenting with anxiety, low mood and behavioural difficulties. The EMHP will also deliver whole school approaches with a strong emphasis on participation with young people, their families and carers. This vacancy sits within our Bristol Team.

Redfield Educate Together Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team delivering classroom, group and 1:1 learning support across our fantastic school.. Learning Support Assistants are an integral part of the teaching and learning at our school. LSAs receive high-quality training and CPD and play a full and active part in the decision-making and communication systems across the school.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees. We serve a diverse community and representation matters. We actively encourage applications from black and minority ethnic communities and other under-represented groups.Our ethos at Educate Together Academy Trust is: Equity-based - Through being equitable in our work, all children and staff will have equal access to their rights and, regardless of background, all will be equally respected. Aspirational - All of our children have the right to a holistic world class education. All of our work aims to ensure that every child can make progress and achieve well in every aspect of their education Child – centred - Children are at the heart of every decision and activity. Their voices are actively sought and listened to. They play a lead role in shaping their education. Collaborative - Our schools aim to be central to the communities they serve.Hours are 8am -3:30pm Monday to Friday with one day a week (Wednesday ) to 4:30 for staff meetings. ( 36 hours per week).The first part of each day will be spent supporting in our breakfast club. Salary is NJC SP5 which is currently £23500 pro rata. The actual salary is £19,856Closing date 25th October at 9am.Interviews will be held after half term and the ideal candidate will be available to start as soon as possible afterwards.

About this Role
Our school is a very special place to work and we are looking to recruit a suitably qualified and motivated individual to support the learning of our students who have a range of additional needs. Our students are keen to learn and are positive about receiving support to enable them to become independent learners. This role involves the opportunity to work with pupils across the whole school.
The role of the LSA involves working with young people and children who require additional support within the classroom by creating safe and encouraging environment so they can make the most of their education. The successful LSA would be working on a 1-1 basis or in small groups helping children with their educational, behavioural and social development or supporting pupils whose English is not a first language, have health issues or disability.
We are looking for a person who puts children and their learning at the centre of their work. We believe that building respectful relationships with children and their families is very important and that children learn best when they are happy, calm and safe.
Please be aware, that we will review applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close this posting once suitable candidates have been found. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible in order to be considered.
What Excalibur can offer:
● Free parking onsite
● Discounted Gym Membership
● Cycle to Work scheme
● Free eye tests
● Employee Assistance programme
● Family friendly policies
● Training and professional development opportunities
● The hustle and bustle of beautiful Bristol on your doorstep!
About Redland Green School:
Redland Green School is a special place, with a community culture, in which everyone belongs. With our values of RESPECT, AMBITION and RESPONSIBILITY at the centre of all we do, we are immensely proud of the atmosphere of care and kindness felt in classrooms and corridors, offices and social spaces.
Whilst academic excellence is always a focus, it is our dedication to whole-person development that makes our school unique. We promote and prioritise staff learning just as much as student learning; believing that teachers and support staff, engaged in their own development, make the very best role models and create exciting classrooms for our students. We do not believe in a one-size fits all approach to education and so welcome teachers with a love of their subject, who are keen to learn more about their craft and plan effective and exciting lessons.
As such we offer an excellent CPD programme. This has been designed to sustain a professional and vibrant learning community, where every member of staff sees themselves as a learner and contributes to the continued development of the school. With this in mind, we are looking for staff with the creative energy and commitment to make the most of the opportunities available, fostering the very best climate for learning, for all our young people.
If appointed at RGS, you will be welcomed into a community that cares for you, challenges and champions your development, with a commitment to your career in education, that will be happy and successful.
Please read the details of the post and department below. If you feel you are aligned with our school values and are interested in the opportunity to work in our English department, please complete the application form. All successful applicants will be invited to interview at RGS, to see if we can work together.
All tasks and the theme of interview questions you can expect, will be shared in advance, as part of our commitment to equal opportunities and diverse thinkers. However, we urge you not to over prepare answers, as we want to get to know the real you.
If you need any additional information about the school, please feel free to contact us or refer to our school website.

SEND Learning Support Assistant – BG7 (TTO pro rata)
Contract: This is a temporary post to start as soon as possible.
Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School currently has a vacancy for a full-time LSA for 32.5 hours a week. The successful candidate will be timetabled to work both as a Class LSA and as a 1:1 support with SEND pupils across the primary range. Experience of the classroom environment, knowledge of phonics, working with pupils with an ASC diagnosis, developmental delay and knowledge of Attention Autism and PECs would be desirable. Training and support will be provided as appropriate.
You will be joining a friendly, open, welcoming team working within the school. We are looking for someone with a passion for setting high expectations and aspirations for all children and especially those with SEND. Experience of supporting class teachers in differentiating a curriculum to support children’s needs and an understanding of approaches to develop self-esteem is important. Patience, empathy and a nurturing approach along with the ability to think on your feet and be flexible are all characteristics which will come naturally to you.
The role is for 32.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 3.30 pm with a half an hour unpaid lunch break. Part of your role will also be a ½ hour lunchtime duty.
The school will consider applications from people who would like to work part time. Please just state how many days you would be interested in working.
Applications close: 4th November 2024 at 10.00am
This position is to start as soon as possible.
Safeguarding Statement
Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Role

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology to join our dynamic DT Faculty on a full time, permanent contract.

The successful candidate must possess the skills and experience to teach all aspects of D&T in Years 7 & 8 and most importantly to teach Food Preparation & Nutrition at GCSE and Post 16.

The successful candidate will be:

• a strong classroom teacher
• able to enthuse, engage and motivate students
• experienced and skilled in teaching all aspects of Design and Technology in Yrs7 & 8
• experienced in teaching Food Preparation & Nutrition/Food Technology at KS4

What the school offers its staff

Gordano School offers an excellent benefits package including contributory pension scheme, a comprehensive employee assistance programme and benefits (offering discounts on shopping), cycle to work scheme and on-site parking.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Gordano School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment.. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check. A copy of the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Disclosure Policy and Recruitment Policy can be found on the Lighthouse Schools Partnership website.

North Star 240° is a secondary provision within the North Star Academy Trust based in North Bristol specialising in supporting pupils experiencing social, emotional and mental health difficulties. We aim to be part of a joined-up provision offering our pupils the outstanding education they deserve.
We have a permanent and fixed term position available for committed and high-quality Learning Support Assistants to provide support to the class teacher in groups or to individual children.
You will be required to work 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum. Actual salary £22,231 - £23,800 p.a.
The successful candidate will be joining a positive, solution-focused team of staff who are dedicated to help improve outcomes for vulnerable pupils.
The successful applicants will have:
A good understanding of the KS3 curriculum.
At least one years’ experience of working in a learning/childcare setting.
The ability to support reading and phonics for those students at the early stages of reading.
The ability to support our programme of extra-curricular activities.
A flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to working in a structured environment.
The ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders.
The skills of empathy, listening, communication and the ability to respond to unexpressed need.
A willingness to undertake the further training that will be offered.
You will be part of:
An exciting and innovative development of an All-through learning community
A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
A caring and inclusive ethos
A school which has supportive Trustees and Parents with high expectations of the school
In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression to the right person.

What skills and experience we're looking for

You may have noticed that in order to offer as much flexibility as possible to potential applicants, there are three jobs currently advertised for this position. The options advertised are:

• A Full Time role consisting of three days teaching and two days SENDCO.
• A Part Time SENDCO role, two days a week - one of these days must be a Friday, but the other day is flexible.
• A Part Time Teacher role, three days a week - Monday to Wednesday
We are open to suggestions and can be flexible with how this role will work, so please do call to discuss options with the Headteacher.

Applications are invited from charismatic, enthusiastic and suitably qualified teachers/SENDCOs for this exciting and rewarding post. This post provides an excellent opportunity for someone with great drive and passion who wishes to develop their leadership experience within a small, nurturing primary school. We are committed to finding the right person for this role, whether this be somebody wanting to make their first move into senior leadership or someone who has a wealth of experience already.

Hotwells Primary School is a vibrant and creative, community-focused one form entry primary school - small in size but bursting at the seams with creativity, warmth and a curiosity to learn! We pride ourselves on our ambitious curriculum, our strengths in the Arts and our wonderful local and global community of children and families.

We are extremely proud to be part of the Cathedral Schools Trust. We belong to a family of nine state funded primary schools and three secondary schools. We are close neighbours with Cathedral Primary School and Bristol Cathedral Choir School and less than five miles from each of the schools in the Trust.

Candidates must share the vision for Hotwells Primary School as a thriving and vibrant school, which has high expectations for all. As part of the Cathedral Schools Trust family of schools we hope that all staff will make a positive impact on the lives and experiences of the children, parents and carers of the community.

The Headteacher wishes to appoint:

• An outstanding Class Teacher and SENDCo, who shares the vision for Hotwells Primary School as a centre of excellence for primary education, committed to nurture and inclusion.
• A competent leader who is willing to take an active role in the running of the school.
• A suitably qualified teacher, confident to provide professional guidance in the area of SEND to all stakeholders in order to secure high quality provision for children with SEND.
• An outstanding communicator with an excellent understanding of Primary provision.
• An inspirational teacher who is committed to providing high quality learning and experiences for all children, but who will champion the voices and needs of pupils with SEND within the school community.
• A teacher who appreciates the importance of an ambitious and creative curriculum that develops and nurtures the whole child and teaches them to be local and global citizens.
• An ambitious leader who is committed to the professional development of themselves and others.
• Someone who comes with ideas on how to improve our processes and embed our culture of inclusion across the school at every level.

Candidates are very welcome to contact the school to arrange a visit.

Staff at Hotwells Primary School work in close partnership with other primary and secondary schools within Cathedral Schools Trust. The Trust is committed to providing staff with opportunities for personal and professional development, providing candidates with the opportunity to work alongside a group of committed professionals.

Please note that all posts at the School are subject to initial and periodic checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service as the school takes every measure possible to ensure the safeguarding of its students.

What the school offers its staff

Cathedral Schools Trust is committed to providing all staff with a range of training opportunities along with the best possible support through various wellbeing and personal benefits on offer to every staff membr.

Please take a look at the attached recruitment pack for further details

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology to join our dynamic DT Faculty on a maternity cover contract.

The successful candidate must possess the skills and experience to teach all aspects of D&T at KS3 (Food, Textiles, Product Design) and specifically Food at KS4.

The successful candidate will be:

• a strong classroom teacher
• able to enthuse, engage and motivate students
• be willing/able to teach all aspect of DT at KS3
• particularly experienced and skilled in teaching Food

What the school offers its staff

Gordano School offers an excellent benefits package including contributory pension scheme, a comprehensive employee assistance programme and benefits (offering discounts on shopping), cycle to work scheme and on-site parking.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Gordano School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment.. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check. A copy of the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Disclosure Policy and Recruitment Policy can be found on the Lighthouse Schools Partnership website.

What skills and experience we're looking for

This opportunity within the Maths Team would suit a passionate, well-qualified individual to contribute to further growth of the School on a full time, permanent contract.

The successful candidate will get the opportunity to work within our talented and successful Maths team, which is one of our highest achieving faculties.

This role is suited for an ECT or more experienced teacher.

The postholder will engage in regulated activity.

The successful candidate will:

• be a strong classroom teacher with a real commitment to high quality teaching and learning.
• be able to enthuse, engage and motivate students
• be a reflective practitioner and always be willing to improve
• be a strong team player
• be willing to be involved in the extra-curricular life of the school

What the school offers its staff

Gordano School offers an excellent benefits package including contributory pension scheme, a comprehensive employee assistance programme and benefits (offering discounts on shopping), cycle to work scheme and on-site parking.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Gordano School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment.. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check. A copy of the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Disclosure Policy and Recruitment Policy can be found on the Lighthouse Schools Partnership website.

Full Time Permanent - Term time only
BG8 Learning Support Assistant at Brunel Field Primary School
35 hours per week (8.30 – 4.00 with half an hour unpaid lunch break)
Salary: BG8 £26873 - £28770 pro rata (actual £22230 - £23800)We are seeking to employ an excellent Learning Support Assistant to join our highly effective team at Brunel Field Primary School and work alongside the wider Brunel Field team. At first this role is in EYFS supporting two classes of children. At Brunel Field Primary School our values underpin everything we do. They are Respect, Commitment, Compassion and Joy. We want our children to be happy, confident, articulate and empowered to participate successfully at an academic, social and emotional level in a rapidly changing world. We provide a creative, caring, calm and stimulating learning environment, where every individual is valued and respected. Our staff are passionate about supporting your child to be the very best they can be and enabling them to reach their potential, in all areas of school life. We are looking for the right candidate who: • Has an energetic, enthusiastic and proactive approach to work
• Has the ability to support both in-class and with the delivery of 1:1 and group interventions
• Will cover some regular whole-class sessions for teacher release time (such as PPA cover)
• Will model and live our values of Respect, Commitment, Compassion and Joy
• Is passionate about supporting children’s developmen
• Has recent experience of working with children in a primary setting
• Has consistently high expectations of attainment and behaviour for learning
• Is able to inspire and motivate children
• Is excited about working with a highly motivated, enthusiastic and successful team of professionals at Brunel Field Primary School
• Will ensure that safeguarding is a priority within the school and promote staff, pupil and family wellbeing
• Will play an active role in working together to shape the future for children at Brunel Field Primary SchoolWe can offer: • Happy, confident and engaged children who are enthusiastic about their learning
• Reflective, committed, compassionate, respectful and joyful staff and governors
• A commitment to your professional development and the ongoing support of experienced colleagues
• Excellent relationships with the wider community and opportunities to collaboratively with other schools
• Development time and a commitment to a good work life balance
• An environment where people are looked after, and look after each otherWe would love for you to come and visit the school. Please telephone the school office to book onto one of the following tours:
• Tuesday 15th October 2024 at 4:30pm
• Thursday 17th October at 1pm
• Tuesday 22nd October 2024 at 4:30pmClosing date: Wednesday 23rd October 2024 at 12 noon
Interviews: Wednesday 6th November 2024If you have not heard from us by the end of the day on Friday 25th October 2024 then you have not been shortlisted for interview.Please submit application through eteach, and see the additional documentation for job description and employee specification.

New Fosseway School are looking to recruit part time and full time SEN Learning Support Assistants.We are seeking candidates who are enthusiastic and have experience working with complex educational, medical and behavioural needs. The successful candidates will be able to implement varied behaviour management strategies, be nurturing, energetic and empathetic when working in this setting.The role of a learning support assistant at New Fosseway school is a vital role within this school community. Our professional and dedicated learning support assistants have the expertise and skills to help support the teaching staff to deliver a personalised SEN provision to support students and young people to access the curriculum at an appropriate level and to achieve their defined progression targets within their EHCPs.
Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week (full time), 8:30am - 3:30pm, term time only plus 5 inset days.Part time hours also available and can be discussed at interview stage, if shortlisted for the position.
Job requirementsNVQ Level 3 or equivalent as a minimumGCSE English and Maths at C grade or above
Experience of supporting pupils with SEN and utilising strategies to manage behaviours and meet needs, including supporting speech and languageAwareness of Child Safeguarding and the latest SEN policies to implement effective provision, including working with outside agencies to deliver EHCP provisionsAbility to effectively communicate on the pupil’s progress, with strong written and verbal communication skills
We are an inclusive, flexible team that prioritizes a positive work-life balance. Our collaborative environment values diversity and fosters a supportive atmosphere, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. We are committed to providing flexibility that promotes both personal well-being and professional growth.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications so please, if you are interested in this position, please apply as soon as possible.