Learning Support Assistant

Role: Learning Support Assistant Location: Cambian Potterspury Lodge School - Towcester, Northamptonshire Hours: 37.5 per week (Term Time Only) Salary: £21,257.48 per annum Class sizes are no more that 6 students. Due to the school location driving license is essential. We are looking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join and support our well established and successful staff team at Potterspury Lodge School! This role is ideal for those who genuinely have a passion for helping children, with a wide range of Special Educational Needs, and also a fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in Teaching to gain valuable first-hand experience. Candidates who are appointed will receive full support and training from colleagues and teachers. The School Potterspury Lodge School is an Ofsted registered independent specialist school offering 38 week, term time education for students aged 8 – 16 years old with Autism Spectrum Condition, complex needs and challenging behaviour. The purpose of the school is to prepare students for the demands of adult life through staff expertise and specialist approaches. We provide a nurturing environment that encourages students to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience of working with young people in a classroom environment. You will be educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) in Math and English, grade C/4 or above. Commitment to safeguarding children and good understanding of what this entails. Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities of the role. Experience of working with wide range of children including those with ASD/SEND. Understanding of principals of child development and learning processes Why work for us? Free school meals. Free parking. Competitive salary. Opportunity to progress in your career. Training opportunities either face to face or online. Wellbeing- Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committ