We are looking to appoint a part-time, 20 hours per week (term-time only) Learning Support Assistant, to join our Learning Skills Department, on a one-year fixed term contract, starting as soon as possible.
We seek to appoint a suitably qualified Learning Support Assistant with relevant experience working with children with SEND, ideally in Key Stages 3 and 4. Experience supporting learners with EAL would also be beneficial. The desired candidate will be committed to delivering outstanding support, both within a classroom context and when leading small group and individual interventions. This role requires excellent communication skills, commitment to teamwork and a passion for working with pupils with SEND.
The contract is for 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only. For the right candidate, there would be flexibility around days worked and the hours worked on those days. The salary is £14.10 - £16.24, per hour dependent on experience and qualifications. Statutory holiday pay is additional and any time off is permitted only in the school holidays. The successful applicant will need to complete regular professional development and departmental training and attend whole school INSET days.
Please review the full list of responsibilities on the job description that can be found on the Yarm School website vacancy page.
Contractual Matters
- Hourly rate is £14.10 -16.24 per hour (dependent on skills and experience).
- Part time, term time only post (35 weeks per year).
- Statutory holiday pay is additional and any time off is permitted only in the school holidays.
- Requirement to attend whole school training days, additional training and CPD which will need to be completed throughout the year, this will be pre-agreed in advance and paid as overtime at the normal rate of pay should the hours fall outside of your weekly contracted hours.
- The role is to commence once the position is filled, subject to full satisfactory vetting.
- Statutory minimum holiday entitlement is additional to the hourly rate of pay and will be included in your monthly pay. Personal leave may only be taken in the school holiday periods.
- The monthly salary will be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments over the course of the year.
- Reports directly to the Director of Learning Skills.
- Pension for eligible employees
How to Apply
Applications will only be accepted on the application form provided by the school. This can be found on the vacancy page on the Yarm School website and should be completed electronically. All questions must be answered. You may also submit a Curriculum Vitae if you wish, but this is not a requirement. Applications should be submitted with a covering letter (or by email) explaining why the candidate and post are mutually suited.
Applications should be e-mailed to the Headmaster, Dr Huw Williams, as soon as possible and no later than 09:00 on Monday 7th September. The school reserves the right to interview before the closing date if appropriate to the context of the field. Early applications are therefore very much encouraged Applications should be submitted to: [email protected]
Yarm School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to vetting checks including an enhanced DBS check.
Pay: £14.10-£16.24 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free flu jabs
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
