Bedford Borough Council wanted Learning Support Assistants

Bedford Borough schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Bedford Borough Council requires Learning Support Assistants

Post Name: Learning Support Assistants
Grange Academy
Halsey Road, Kempston,
Beds, MK42 8AU
– 2 A + 2 pt 12 – 15 (£12,780 – £13,380 pa gross pro rata)
– 31 hours 25 minutes per week term time + 5 training days 8.40 am -3.25 pm
– 2A + 2 pt 12 -15 (£10,132 – £10,603 pa gross pro rata)
– 25 hours 10 minutes per week term time + 4 training days 8.40 am – 3.25 pm
– Grange Academy is a community special academy for pupils aged 5-18 with a wide range of ability levels and additional learning needs, including moderate learning difficulties and autism. The school is part of a local Multi Academy Trust of special schools, BILTT.
We are looking to appoint a highly skilled LSA who:

• Enables learners to make at least good progress and develop well
• has excellent knowledge of autism, VI, HI and associated leaning needs
• Works effectively as part of a team to improve learners conduct behaviour and attitudes to learning
• is able to build effective relationships with pupils, staff, families and multi-disciplinary professionals
• is passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children
• Has strong literacy and numeracy skills and is a clear communicator.

Application packs can be obtained from our website at:- www.grange.beds.sch.uk by emailing grange@biltt.org or leaving your name and address on 01234 407100. CVs cannot be accepted.
The post is subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS & health clearance. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.
– Closing Date: 9th July 2018.
– Interview Date: W/C 16th July 2018.
Website: www.bedford.gov.uk

The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.