Learning Support Assistant Term time only

Job Description

About United LearningUnited Learning is a unique group of independent and state schools working together to achieve the best in everyone. Our vision is to provide excellent education so that all young people are able to make a success of their lives and, if we are to realise this vision, we need to make sure we attract, develop and reward the key ingredient - you.Job IntroductionOpportunity to play a role in the development of our highly successful AcademyWe seek an outstanding and innovative Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a dynamic and supportive team. We are looking for someone who can assist and enhance pupil learning under the direction of teaching staff and the SENCo, and support pupils who have been identified as having special educational needs (SEN).You must be committed to securing high standards of learning with the students you support in order to raise their academic achievement. You will have the opportunity to play a role in the development of students numeracy and literacy skills, contribute to our large enrichment programme and share expertise across a growing group of Academies and independent schools within United Learning.We know that outstanding Learning Support Assistants working with any age group have transferable skills and are confident and effective in all aspects of their role, but we also recognise that you will need support and challenge so that you can grow to be the best you can be - we will make this happen.You will relate to the Academys ethos of "the best in everyone" and enjoy working with a rich, diverse group of young people in a dynamic and vibrant learning environment. Walthamstow Academy is sponsored by United Learning. As part of the largest group of Academies and independent schools, we offer outstanding professional development and career progression across both the maintained and independent sector.To conclude, we need someone who is passionate about making a difference.Main ResponsibilitiesAttend to the educational, personal and social needs of students and any other requirements depending on the students special needs and, wherever possible, make this part of the learning experience.Under agreed procedures, to give first aid/medicine where necessary; assist with programmes of special care such as speech therapy or the implementation of an intimate care plan under the direction of the appropriate specialist.Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learningWorking for usWalthamstow Academy opened its impressive new building in 2006 andsince then we have achieved excellent results both at GCSE and at A Level.In 2019, Walthamstow Academy students achieved a Progress 8score of 0.4). At A-Level, our students achieve excellently with many of them progressing toRussell Group institutions. Because we are so successful, the school isnow full and oversubscribed on first choices alone.We do not achieve these results by accident. At Walthamstow Academy, we believe in the best in everyone. We have a relentless focus on high expectations and aim to identify barriers to success and provide necessary support as quickly as possible to ensure our students achieve. We do not accept excuses and always strive for the best.The Academy is proud of its multi-cultural character and we celebrate the diversity of heritage in our community. 84% of our students are from minority ethnic groups, many coming from African, Caribbean, Eastern European, Turkish and Pakistani communities.Within the community served by the academy there is social and economic disadvantage with more than half of the students being eligible for Pupil . One third of the students have a first language other than English and a significant number have low levels of literacy on entry. Many students enter the Academy with low levels of attainment and the staff work hard to add value to their performance. Standards across the Academy are above national averages in most subjects.The Academy is located close to the North Circular Road, M11 and both Blackhorse Road and Walthamstow Central underground stations from where it takes about half an hour to get into central London. The Academy is situated in a part of London where property prices are still relatively inexpensive and within easy access of Epping Forest, the Lee Valley and rural Hertfordshire and Essex.Walthamstow Academy has achieved the CPLD Gold Award in recognition of our investment in professional development, because we know that without our wonderful staff, what we have achieved would not be possible, so thank you for your interest in coming to work with us. It starts with someone like you believing you can contribute further to our community.