Learning Assistants

Cherry Fields Primary School are looking for hardworking and dedicated Learning Assistants to join our wonderful teamYou could be supporting a child on a 1:1 basis or a class teacher as a generalist LA so a can do approach and flexibility are attributes we are looking for. You could be deployed to Nursery or elsewhere in the school depending on your experience.Ideally you will be an experienced Learning Assistant with knowledge of SEND and supporting pupils with additional needs but whatever your level of experience please use the supporting statement on the application form to show us how you match the skills we need and what you can bring to the role.Your opportunityOur Learning Assistants really are valued members of our team and are expected to support the education and progress of either an assigned child who needs additional support with their learning or in a more generalist role within a classroom.This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing diverse and welcoming primary school. Our schools have a passion for and understanding of what effective learning is and we help to inspire our pupils to be the best they can return for your hard work we can offer excellent CPD opportunities and the support of a strong collaborative team.Please read the application pack which includes the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your personal application statement demonstrates how your skills match what we are looking for.What we are looking forWe are looking for a candidate who willBe enthusiastic and committed to work well as part of a team as well as being self-motivated and able to work independentlyBe committed to developing and sharing outstanding practice across GLF Schools.Have the ability to enthuse and engage students in purposeful learning experiencesBe dedicated to ensuring that all children achieve their very best.Be passionate about the childrens learning and welfare.Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.Develop effective working relationships with parents/carers staff external professionals and the wider community.Be committed to personal career progression and enhancement.About the Banbury ClusterCherry Fields William Morris Hardwick and Longford Park make up a newly established cluster of Primary schools overseen by a Regional Director. The Banbury cluster have a collaborative approach towards working which means the schools work closely together to provide an outstanding educational experience to the local communities. The schools benefit from being able to share resources knowledge and best practice to support each other and maintain high quality teaching. Joining us will allow for opportunities for career progression across the cluster and give you the chance to enhance your professional skills.Join the GLF Schools CommunityAs a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 17000 pupilsFounded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of EnglandWe work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identityCommitted to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible educationGLF Schools Employment OfferGLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and FlourishAccess to our highly competitive Local Government Pension SchemeFlexible working optionsGenerous holiday allowanceWork life and family friendly policiesEmployee wellbeing initiativesCareer pathways and talent managementAccess to a staff benefits portalCommunity and collaboration working modelThe DetailsStart Date: ASAPFTE Salary range: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 23651Pro-rata (actual) Starting Salary: 18368Hours: 8:15am-3:15pm Monday - Friday 32.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year (term time)Contract: PermanentClosing Date: 24th NovemberInterview date: TBCCandidates may be shortlisted and invited to interview before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event a suitable candidate is found. Key Skills Aerospace Engineering,Data Entry,Business Management,Flexcube,Contract Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1