About the role

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated learning support assistant, preferably with SEN experience, who would love the opportunity to make an impact on the teaching and learning at Northgate school. You will require patience and flexibility and be committed to helping children develop as independent andconfident individuals.

We are ideally looking for someone to work 8.40am - 12.10pm three days per week (10.5 hours hours per week), term time only. If you are available for fewer/more hours than advertised please do get in touch as for the right candidate(s) we may be able to accommodate. The post is fixed term until July 2025 as it is dependenton funding, or if the pupil(s) leaves the school before then the contract will end.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and will be able to work closely with theclass teacher, the SENDCo, the SEN team and external advisors, as well as being confident to workindependently, as required. You should be keen to learn, be able to work on your own initiative, and carry outadvice consistently. You will be passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential andcommitted to supporting our teachers.

Candidates who are innovative, really understand the children, help to engage them in learning, haveexcellent behaviour management strategies and who are willing to take part in the overall life of the schoolare strongly encouraged to apply.

We are a friendly school with well-behaved children. If you enjoy working with young people, arehardworking with a good sense of humour and would welcome a few extra hours work, please get in touch.

Salary will be paid on the National Joint Council Pay range H3 (pro rata) depending upon experience.

The successful candidate will have a GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths and a high standard of written and spoken English.

In return we offer the successful candidate:

  • A positive and caring working environment
  • A friendly, dedicated, and supportive staff team
  • A well-resourced working environment
  • A strong commitment to CPD with quality mentoring and development support
  • A healthcare plan which includes well-being care, physiotherapy, stress counselling and lifestyle health screening days

Visits to the school are actively welcome

Safeguarding & Welfare
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  References will be sought prior to interview and successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Diversity & Equality
We are committed to equality and to valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education.

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Contact details

Martina Jeffcoate , Business Operations Assistant
Northgate School Cricketfield Lane Bishop's Stortford
Herts CM23 2RL

Telephone: 01279652376
Email: Martina.jeffcoate@northgate.herts.sch.uk
Website: www.northgate.herts.sch.uk
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