Learning Support Assistant

Location Ark Brunel Primary Academy Role Type Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Vacancy Description We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant who will provide higher level of support for teaching and learning for pupils attending the brand-new autism provision at Ark Brunel. Salary From £28,998 Salary To £34,452 (pro rata, actual salary £27,714 - £32,927) Ark Support Scale 6 : Pay Points 8 – 19

Ark Brunel Primary Academy

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for Autism Provision

Location : Kensal Town, West London

Salary : £28,998-£34,452 (pro rata, actual salary £27,714 - £32,927) Ark Support Scale 6 : Pay Points 8 – 19

Contract : Permanent

Working pattern : Full-time, term-time only

Start date : September 2024 or sooner

Closing date : Monday 18th March 2024 at 10am

Interviews : will be held as soon as suitable candidates are identified.

Join an excellent primary school in the heart of West London.

About the role :

We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant who will provide higher level of support for teaching and learning for pupils attending the brand-new autism provision at Ark Brunel. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who wishes to develop their skills. There will also be a small teaching commitment to cover Teachers’ PPA.

Our ideal candidate will have :

• Experience working with pupils who have autism or special educational needs
• Good knowledge of autism specific strategies
• Previously worked as a Teaching Assistant
• Experience of leading learning and / or activities at a whole class level
• A positive, patient and caring nature
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

View the full job description and person specification here.

About our school :

Ark Brunel Primary Academy is a vibrant, two-form entry primary school situated in North Kensington, within easy reach of transport links.

We believe in giving children the very best start in life and work hard to ensure children are given the best possible chances of achieving their potential. We are a Rights Respecting School and believe children should know their rights and responsibilities to be well-rounded citizens and leaders of the future. We aim for children to achieve excellent outcomes through our experience-rich curriculum and our strong school values of honesty, enthusiasm, ambition, resilience and thought.

Supported by a leadership team with a sense of humour, our team works hard to promote achievement for all, promoting excellent communication in collaboration with our dedicated resource base for speech and language. We aim for all students to gain awards and qualifications that reflect their rich and varied interests.