Learning Support Assistant ALN

Valeofglamorgan; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the United Kingdom is searching for a passionate Learning Support Assistant to enhance student engagement at Pencoedtre High School. The role involves supporting learners who need help developing strategies for success in an energetic and diverse environment. Candidates must hold EWC and DBS Enhanced certifications. This position offers a supportive team atmosphere focused on school improvement and student progress.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and hardworking to support learners in improving engagement.
• Ability to work in either KS3 or KS4 Hwb.
• Commitment to innovative changes for school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist learners needing support to develop strategies.
• Join a committed, supportive team focused on solutions.

Skills

EWC

DBS Enhanced with Child

Job description

About Us

Pencoedtre is currently going through an exciting transformation following a challenging period, which has been documented in the press. Significant organisational change has already taken place, making the school an exciting and vibrant place to develop your career.

• A recently appointed Executive Headteacher and Head of School have joined the school with extensive experience in school improvement
• The professional development programme mirrors the programme at Whitmore High School, which received two case studies in its recent inspection—one for understanding professional development
• The Whitmore High School professional development lead has been seconded to Pencoedtre to ensure new staff receive the best possible support. They are fully supported by two outstanding lead practitioners who will work extensively with new staff.

Why Choose Us

Pencoedtre High School is an 11-18 truly comprehensive school based on the M4 corridor in Barry, at the start of an amazing journey. The school is part of the Vale of Glamorgan's 21st Century School Strategy Project, benefiting from a purpose-built £35 million new school. The school is a vibrant mix of cultures and backgrounds. We have pupils from the full range of the academic spectrum including Additional Learning Needs, BESD, Hearing Impaired and Autism.

• Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
• Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
• Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
• Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

About The Role

Pay Details: Grade 4 SPC 5-7 £25,583 - £26,403 Pro Rata £13.26 - £13.69 Per Hour

Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern: 32.5 hrs per week x 39 weeks - Term time only and will include inset days

Main Place of Work: Pencoedtre High School

Description:

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking Learning Support Assistant to work with learners who need support to develop strategies to improve their engagement and their progress in school. The successful candidate will be joining an enthusiastic, committed, supportive and solution-focused team within either KS3 or KS4 Hwb. We continue, as a school, to make innovative changes to continue our drive for school improvement and maximise the opportunities for the children and young people in our school. The successful candidate will be joining an enthusiastic, committed, supportive and solution-focused team.

About You

You will need:

• EWC
• DBS Enhanced with Child

Additional information

For Further Information, contact: Pencoedtre High School – 01446 403500

Return Method: apply via eTeach – LSA, ALN and Intervention