Saint Bede's Catholic High School Lytham, Talbot Road, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, FY8 4JL (827 on roll)
Tel: 01253 737174
School website: www.stbedeslytham.lancs.sch.uk
We are seeking to appoint a reliable, trustworthy and hardworking Learning Support Assistant (TA2B). The successful applicant will join a team of experienced and enthusiastic colleagues working with individuals or groups of pupils with a variety of special educational needs.
There are a number of roles available. Experience will be required to support physical disabilities, pupils on the autistic spectrum, pupils who need social/emotional/mental health support, hearing impaired and visually impaired pupils.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Please note that this vacancy closes at 12 Noon on 02/09/2024
Ability to operate at a level of understanding and competence equivalent to NVQ Level 2 standard ·
First Aid Certificate (willingness to train to obtain First Aid Certificate if not currently held)
NVQ Level 2 or above qualification (or equivalent)
Level 2 qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy (or equivalent)
Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
Ability to relate well to children · Ability to work as part of a team · Good communication skills · Ability to supervise and assist pupils · Understand the requirement for confidentiality
Good numeracy and literacy skills · Flexible attitude to work · Commitment to undertake in-service development ·
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the communityRehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
