Learning Support Assistants

Vacancy Summary

Learning Support Assistants

Start Date: as soon as possible 

Salary: Band 4 point 3 – 4 (£18,366 - £18,654)

Hours of work: 8.15am till 3.30pm

Fixed term until August 2025 

Vacancy Information

Peel Park Primary School and Nursery School is set on the outskirts of inner city Bradford. Our pupils are delightful and very keen to learn. We are an inclusive setting and we are proud to support pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. 
Much more than experience, we are looking for adults with the right attitude and ethos to support our young people fully. We can provide lots of training and support but our pupils need understanding, empathy and adults who are willing to build strong and supportive relationships and be their champions.

The successful candidates will:

• Have a keen interest in working with children with additional needs.
• Be willing to learn about how to support children with a variety of additional needs.
• Be resilient and determined to support children who find school a challenge because they learn in different ways to others.
• Have high expectations and aspirations for every child.
• Be highly motivated and work well as part of a supportive team.
• Support the positive and caring ethos of the school.
• Be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of all children.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Be committed to further professional development.

We can offer you:

• A bespoke training package to support you in your role and help further develop your skills in the world of working with children.
• A skilled, friendly and caring team of staff who will share their experience and support you in your role.
• A commitment to your wellbeing, with supportive leaders and a wellbeing partner.
• Friendly, enthusiastic and confident children who are keen to learn.

Closing date: 12 Noon, Monday 24th February 2025  

Shortlisting: Monday 24th February 2025 – pm  

Interviews: Monday 3rd March 2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and visitors to share in this commitment.

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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