Casual Learning Support Assistant

**Casual Learning Support Assistant**

**Pay grade: B1**

**Pay scale level: 4-6**

**Hours: zero hours, avalable hours to be agreed with Senior LSA Co-Ordinator**

**Responsible to: Class Teacher/ Senior LSA Co-Ordinator**

Welcome to our school,

Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 4 sites: our main site and 3 partnership sites at Windmill Primary, Rodillian Secondary and Future Steps Hub (White Rose Business Park). The SILC is based in the South of Leeds and caters for a wide range of needs from moderate learning difficulties; severe learning difficulties; complex and multiple learning needs; Autism and social and emotional and mental health needs. Some students have additional needs - physical; medical; speech and language; visual, hearing or sensory impairment. We are a very popular choice for parents and carers and currently have 228 pupils on roll.

Broomfield secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted in March 2023 where inspectors commented that leaders have ‘**high ambitions**’ and ‘**high aspirations for all pupils**’ and that ‘**staff are proud to work in our school**’. I am very proud of our school community where staff are committed to supporting young people to fulfil their potential and prepare them fully for their future, particularly focusing on communication, independence, and emotional regulation.

We are looking for Learning Support Assistants who have the commitment, passion and resilience to make a difference to young peoples’ lives. Exciting opportunities are available for anyone who is looking for a new challenge in a child focused, supportive environment where relationships are key.

In return you will be provided with comprehensive Continuous Professional Development and will be supported by a professional, knowledgeable and friendly staff team who will ensure you are fully equipped to meet the needs of our diverse learners.
- Ability to relate well to children and young people
- Excellent team player
- Resilience
- Ability to use initiative
- Problem solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Good Maths and English skills
- Willingness to learn, reflect and share effective practice with others

**In return we can offer**:

- Working with the most inspirational pupils who are respectful, creative and resilient
- The support of a professional, knowledgeable and inclusive staff team
- A comprehensive CPD programme with potential for career development
- An opportunity to be an integral part of a young person’s journey and a real sense of achievement
- A workplace that listens to all staff and values their skillset and contribution

Kathryn Bryan

Headteacher

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.

**Safeguarding Recruitment Statement**

**Access**:The Broomfield main site and our partnership sites have disabled access facilities, including a lift.

, visit our website;

or by telephoning on 0113 277 1603

Please note that Broomfield South SILC operates No Smoking or vaping policy

**Role**:

- To work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff and SLT, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to enable access to learning for pupils and the delivery of quality teaching for pupils with special educational needs.
- To work with pupils who have a range of significant and often complex SEND for example those with autism, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, physical disabilities and those who exhibit challenging behaviours.
- To undertake specified work with individuals and groups under the direction and supervision of the teacher. Participate in appraisal, training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills
- To enable young people to access learning opportunities and to become more independent learners.

The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.

**Main Duties**:

- To attend to the pupils’ personal needs, and implement personal care programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters. This may include but is not limited to: changing clothes, nappies, feeding, washing, toileting, walking, sitting, turning and assisting with any other physical needs.
- Supporting pupils who may have complex medical needs and who may need emergency medical support. (Training will be provided).
- Supporting pupils who require additional support with communication, including those pupils with a mechanical system of communication. The post holder may also be required to use British Sign Language and/or Makaton, (a form of sign language for SEN pupils) if so training will be provided.
- The Postholder may be required to support pupils with ICT.
- Supporting p