Learning Support Assistant

5 days ago


Cardiff, United Kingdom Kings Monkton School Full time

We are looking for LSAs to support pupils with ALN within the classroom, and during interventions.

**Job Title**:Learning Support Assistant

**Role**:To work as part of the Learning Support Team in supporting ALN pupils in mainstream classes.

**Line Manager**:Sara Strange ALNCo

Work in partnership

**with**:SLT; _Mr Stephen Morse, ALN Support Worker, Head of Faculties; Head of Key Stage; Class Teachers; Parents and LA._

**Contract ** 35 Hours per week, worked between the hours of 0800-15.25 term time only - 36 weeks a year. This role is initially a temporary contract but maybe made permanent once pupil numbers are confirmed for September.

**Holidays ** 4 weeks and 8 bank holidays pro rata (5.6 weeks in total)

**Pay ** £22,308 pro rata equivalent to £16,656.64 SS1 Scale

**Introduction**

Under the reasonable direction of the Principal, carry out the professional duties of a Learning Support Assistant as set out in the School’s contract and Education Workforce Council Professional Standards Document.

To support and maintain the high standards of pupil attainment and achievement; and monitor and support pupil progress.

**Roles Specific to this Post**

**In relation to the individual student**
- To develop an understanding of the special educational needs of the pupil concerned.
- To consider the pupils special needs and ensure their access to the lesson and its content through appropriate clarification, explanations, equipment and materials.
- To meet and deliver the pupils targets; IEP; Statement as appropriate.
- To build and maintain successful relationships with the pupil, treat them consistently, with respect and consideration.
- To help promote independent learning. To help reinforce learning.
- To assist the pupil with physical needs and provide intimate care.
- To help the pupil record work in an appropriate way.
- To develop study and organisational skills.
- To help keep the pupil on task and to build motivation.
- To model good practice and ensure good behaviour of the pupil. To help build the pupils’ confidence and enhance self-esteem.
- To support the review of IEP’s and SEN Statements with the ALNCo; parents and Local Authority.

**In relation to the Teacher**
- To have formal and informal meetings with teachers to contribute to planning lessons / activities.
- To prepare materials and resources.
- To prepare the pupil beforehand for a task.
- To work on differentiated activities with identified groups.
- To support the teacher in implementing specific teaching programmes. To supervise practical tasks.
- To carry out structured classroom assessment/ observation and feedback outcomes. To be involved in keeping records and evaluating pupils progress.

Supervision arrangements:
Ø Complete a six-month probationary period

Ø Termly formal review of performance with Mrs Strange

Ø Regular meetings for team of LSAs, coordinated by Mrs Strange four times a term

Ø Observation of classroom support work by Mrs Strange twice yearly.

**Job Type**: Temporary contract
Contract length: 4 months

**Salary**: £16,656.64 per year

**Benefits**:

- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- SEN: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- DBS (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/03/2024
Reference ID: LSAApril24
Expected start date: 08/04/2024



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