Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Full Time/Term-Time Only
SGS The Pegasus School
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Informal Curriculum/EYFS – Learning Support Assistant at SGS Pegasus School. We are looking for an LSA who can work 5 days a week.
Start date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Permanent. Full time. Term-time Only. Subject to a probation period.
Hours: 8:30-16:30 Mon-Thurs. 8:30-16:00 Fri (30 minutes flexible working at the start and end of the day)
As a Learning Support Assistant your role will involve you assisting with general support throughout the school. You will be taking on 1:1 sessions and small groups, as well as supporting whole classes. In general, you will be supporting SEN pupils through the academic, social and emotional elements of school life. You will be expected to promote and secure high standards of teaching and learning, whilst supporting pupil achievement and progression. You will need to actively contribute to SGS Pegasus School vision, aims and objectives.
This is a role which involves working very closely with Special Educational Needs students, individually and in groups, to enable them to take the fullest advantage of all that takes place at Pegasus School. You will take a proactive role in ensuring that students have full access to the curriculum, working closely with teachers and other supporting professionals to identify and meet student needs. You will be somebody who is able to build positive relationships with young people so that alongside their academic development, they are well-prepared for life beyond Pegasus School. You will help our students to work well as part of a team, with mutual respect; to understand their own rights and work for the rights of others, and to build the skills necessary for independent study. You should be prepared and have some knowledge of working with children from all age ranges from 4-19. All LSAs at Pegasus may be asked to support with intimate care.
We are looking for a permanent LSA to work in one of our EYFS classes. The role will include personal care such as nappy changing and toileting support.
At Pegasus we have many children working at the EYFS stage of development using an EYFS model of practice, although the majority of these students are chronologically older.
Safeguarding
All applicants will be required to undertake the appropriate safeguarding and background checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and to commence interviews prior to the advertised closing date. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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