Learning Support Assistant

£24, 702 – £26, 421 (FTE ) £21,152 – £22,624 (Pro rata salary) + Lift Schools Wellbeing Cash Plan + Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Additional Lift School Benefits

Full Time / Part Time, Permanent

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

October 2024 start date or Sooner if possible

Make Learning an Adventure: Be a Specialist Learning Support Assistant at Wishmore Cross!

Do you have a passion for helping children reach their full potential?

Wishmore Cross is searching for enthusiastic and dedicated Specialist Learning Support Assistants to join our vibrant team. We’re a special school in Chobham, Surrey, for boys aged 7 to 16 years who have social, emotional and mental health difficulties.

Imagine this:

• High-five moments: Witnessing the spark of understanding in a child’s eyes.
• Creative collaboration: Working alongside a supportive team to design engaging learning experiences.
• Building bridges: Helping children overcome challenges and celebrate victories.

As a Specialist Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with our children, supporting their daily learning, care, and development. You will play a crucial role in helping our pupils feel excited about coming to school, motivated to learn, and proud of their achievements.

At Wishmore Cross , you’ll be more than just a learning support assistant, you’ll be an:
Exploration guide: You’ll tailor learning activities to each child’s unique needs and interests, igniting their curiosity.
Champion: You’ll provide one-on-one support, fostering a safe and nurturing environment where all children can thrive.
Team player: You’ll collaborate with passionate teachers and specialists to ensure every child receives the best possible education and care.

We offer:

• Flexible working options.
• Staff parking
• Exceptional professional development opportunities to nurture your skills.
• A supportive and collaborative community where you’ll feel valued.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of exceptional children.

Ready to join the adventure?

Here’s what to do next:

Read more about our amazing school Click here.

School visits are encouraged and Abedah Karim our Principal is happy to arrange a time for an informal chat.
Apply today!

The academy has 7 subsidised flats onsite which staff have access to subject to availability.

We are part of a national and regional network of schools at Lift Schools, brought together by the belief that each and every pupil has an entitlement to an excellent education in every classroom, every day. An excellent education transforms lives and every pupil who attends one of our schools should be given the support, care and opportunity they need to flourish. We leverage our scale to support all our teachers, leaders and young people to be the best they can be.

The role is due to commence October 2024 or sooner if possible

Closing date: Saturday 14th September 2024

Interviews are scheduled to take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV’s. Apply today.

Lift Schools and all of our schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a robust, fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.