About the role
Lonsdale School are seeking to appoint a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to support a pupil with Rett syndrome. You will be working as part of a team to provide an enriched learning journey for students in an environment where pupils need regular moving and handling.
This role is for 30 hours per week, term time only. In addition to receiving a full induction and training you will also be given the opportunity for career development and the opportunity to work alongside other Learning Support Assistants and professionals. A flexible, committed, good-humoured approach is required and it is essential you are fit for working in an environment where pupils need regular moving and handling.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Lonsdale is a forward-looking, all-age (3-18 years) Special School for young people with physical and neurological impairments. Our aim is to achieve excellence in meeting the needs of every individual. Pupils are highly motivated and enjoy coming to school, their attitudes are positive and they thrive on creative teaching styles. Lonsdale expects all staff to promote and be mindful of the safety and care of all children and young people. We are very fortunate that our school is recognised as a good school by prospective pupils, parents and professionals working with the school.
The law requires this position to have an enhanced criminal background check. This is to protect children and vulnerable adults and to safeguard positions of trust. The position is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. If your application is taken further you will be asked to declare details of any criminal record, even convictions that are 'spent' according to the act. If you are offered the post this information will be checked against DBS. You will be provided with full information at each stage.
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