Learning Support Assistant

Willow Brook Primary School, Colchester, Essex

Education - non-teaching

Part time

Permanent

**(Y)Our Opportunity**
- We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Learning Support Assistant (SEND) to join our supportive and collaborative team. You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.**About TKAT**
- The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.**About Willow Brook Primary School**
- Willow Brook Primary School currently has 181 pupils ranging from 3 - 11 years. At Willow Brook we ensure every child receives a well-rounded education, develops a lifelong love of learning and achieves their best. We are at the heart of the local community, to find out more visit our website here.**We are looking for someone who is**:
A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
-Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
-Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
-Consistent in a calm and fair approach
-Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
- Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

**Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you**:Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
-Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
-A comprehensive induction programme
-Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life
- balance-
The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
-Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
-Cycle to work scheme
-TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
-Free eye tests
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.-
**Safeguarding**-
**Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse**-
**Access to interview**
- Should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the interview environment. If we can accommodate practical workplace adjustments to assist, we will.