Overview
Archibald First School, Archibald Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EB. Fixed Term from 1 September 2026 until 16 July 2027.
The governors wish to appoint a creative, talented and innovative Learning Support Assistant with proven experience in KS1 who has a passion for supporting children’s learning to enable them to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will work as part of a highly successful team, ensuring all children receive outstanding educational experiences and help them fulfil their potential. Initially based with the Year 1 team, the role involves general class support and 1‑1 support with children with complex additional needs.
As a member of staff, the successful candidate will actively endorse and deliver the vision of our school – ‘having fun, learning together’ – while facilitating all children to be curious, caring, creative and courageous.
Key Requirements
- Excellent learning support assistant
- Positive attitude and outlook
- Creative and proactive in teaching and learning
- Flexible, using initiative to meet the needs of children and KS1 demands
- Experience working with children with complex additional needs
- Inclusive practitioner with ambitious standards and high expectations for all pupils
- Experience working with children in KS1
- Well‑organised and highly motivated
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enjoys teamwork
Benefits
- Supportive Headteacher and Governing Body
- Dedicated staff team
- Happy, enthusiastic children
- High parental engagement
- Vibrant and cohesive school
- Inclusive and supportive working environment
- Collaborative working with Gosforth Schools’ Trust
Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding
Archibald First School is an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate commitment to children’s safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and other pre‑employment recruitment checks.
Contact: office@archibaldfirstschool.co.uk
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