About the job

Key information

Temporary contract due to funding until 31st August 2025

LSA role

• 27 hours 25 minutes per week (Start time: 8:40am. End time: 3:15pm.)
• Term time only (38 working weeks) and up to 5 x INSETS may be required as additional hours per year paid on casual claim basis
• Actual salary: £14,857-£15,571, based on Grade 15 – 14 Scale Points 3 – 6 full-time equivalent salary range of £24,027-£25,183pa, depending on experience

Midday Supervisor role

• 3 hours per week (4x 30mins; 1x 1hour)
• term time only (38 working weeks)
• Actual Salary: £1,600 based on Grade 16 Scale Point 2 full-time equivalent salary £23,656pa

What will I be doing?

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and flexible Learning Support Assistant and Midday Supervisor to support teaching staff within the Merriott & Haselbury Plucknett Primary Schools Federation. Our school is a friendly and inclusive rural school at the centre of the village community.

This role would include a mix of general class support as well as supporting provision as specified through an EHCP in Key Stage 2.

The successful candidate will support the class teacher by:

• Supporting learning under the direction of the class teacher, to include leading 1-1 and small group sessions with learning sequences; supporting additional needs and carrying out timetabled evidence-based interventions.
• Adapting to the needs of individual pupils.
• Supporting with classroom duties as required by teaching staff.
• Supporting pupils to have happy and successful playtimes.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

The successful candidate will:

• Have recent and relevant Teaching Assistant experience, including knowledge of teaching phonics and early reading.
• Have the knowledge and understanding to ensure children including disadvantaged and SEND pupils make good progress.
• Be able to relate effectively with learners and adults.
• It would be desirable if the candidate has had training to implement a range of evidence-based interventions.

What is in it for me?

Our Federation can offer:

• An opportunity for you to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
• A supportive village school community and an inclusive Trust with high expectations and a sense of belonging.
• A nurturing learning environment with enthusiastic and dedicated staff.

DBS check

Merriott and Haselbury Primary Schools Federation places high importance on Safeguarding and Child Protection and the post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure. All references will be verified.

Supporting documents and information

For further details, please telephone the School Office on 01460 72547. We would welcome visits to discuss the post further.

Completed Application form to be returned to: qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk

Closing Date: Noon on 13 March 2025

Interview date: TBC

Please make reference to the person specification in section 5 on your application form.

Apply on the Merriott Primary School website

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