Learning Support Assistant

We have the exciting opportunity for a personable and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team here at Roding Valley High School. We are looking for a member of staff to work with students to develop their knowledge and understanding both inside and outside the classroom and lead on some evidence based interventions. We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting young people to achieve and be the best that they can be. The role would suit both primary and secondary practitioners who have knowledge of supporting young people with low literacy and numeracy levels. Experience of working with SEND children is desirable.

"This is a very good school with an outstanding Sixth Form." "Pupils are proud to attend Roding Valley High School. From the time they arrive in Year 7, to when they leave the sixth form, they respond to leaders' high expectations. Parents are positive about the education the school provides. Typical comments praise 'the aspirations for every child' and the 'caring support' from staff." "Teachers skilfully adapt the way they teach, where needed, to help pupils with SEND successfully access the curriculum." "Leaders prioritise reading. They ensure pupils who struggle with reading get all the help they need. Leaders successfully promote a love of reading in the school." "Pupils with SEND get all the help they need to know their options and make the best decisions. As a result, almost all pupils move on to positive destinations." Ofsted September 2022.

We can offer:

• A friendly and supportive working environment



• A comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development



• Bike to work Scheme



• Freshly made food on-site delivered through our excellent canteen facilities You will be joining a great school with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders at senior and middle leadership levels and a commitment to the professional development of staff.
  
  The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:


• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;


• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;


• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs


and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.