EYFS Learning Support Assistant at Captains Close Primary School

About this Role

EYFS Learning Support Assistant

Captains Close Primary School

Salary:
Grade5 Pay Point 7-8 (Approximate starting salaryof £18,515)

Hours:
31.25 per week and 39 weeks per year ( 38 weeks Term Time, plus one week including INSET days)

Contract Type:
Fixed Term with a end date of August 2027

Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday 08:30-15:15, with an unpaid lunch break

Captains Close Primary School have an exciting opportunity for a EYFS Learning Support Assistant. This is a varied role and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual.

We are also looking for someone who is committed to improving outcomes for all of our children, along with a passion for providing inspirational learning experiences and someone with strong EYFS knowledge to workin our Reception class from August.

Captains Close is a nurturing and inclusive school, with a positive and proactive approach to supporting all our children to succeed.

Captains Close is a vibrant school where children are enthusiastic and motivated to achieve endless possibilities. The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy, confident and the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now and in the future.

Our Achievements to date

• Good Ofsted results in October 2024
• 360 Online Safety Award
• Healthy Schools Award
• Route to Resilience
• Schools Games Gold Award

"Captain's Close thrives on supporting all children, using a blended learning approach which enables all the children to succeed. Everybody at Captain's Close works as a team and supports each other, it is a joy to work at the school." - Support Colleague Member

• To work under the supervision of a teacher to provide care and encouragement to children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs, supporting them to participate in activities and liaising, if required, with parents / carers / other professionals as appropriate.
• To work under the direct supervision of a teacher to carry out planned learning activities to meet the specific needs of designated children, either individually or insmall groups, providing feedback on their engagement in activities and their achievement of the desired learning objectives.
• To support the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of pupils,including contributing ideas and suggestions to support planning, to meet their development needs.
• To observe and feed back to the teacher on pupil performance and behaviour, taking action as appropriate in line with relevant school policies.

Qualifications:

• NVQ 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning,or equivalent OR Able to demonstrate the ability to meet theSTL Level 2 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.
• Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy

Experience:

• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of child protection and healthand safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Empathy with children and young people.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team.
• A role which hasthe opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• A established
  
  Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Free childcare.

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity inour workforce.

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless ofgender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact [email…