Learning Support Assistant

Attend to pupils' personal needs and assist with the development and implementation of Individual
Education/Behaviour/Support/Mentoring Plans and Personal Care Programmes/strategies
Supervise and support pupils, including those with special needs not working to a normal timetable, ensuring
their safety and access to learning
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact and work cooperatively with others and engage in learning activities
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to parents in relation to progress, achievement, behaviour, attendance etc, under the
guidance of the teacher
Use specialist skills/training/experience to support pupils
Provide pastoral support to pupils, and assist in their social, health and hygiene development
Provide information and advice to enable pupils to make choices about their own
learning/behaviour/attendance

2. Support for the Teacher
Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating, and adjusting lessons/work plans as appropriate
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards. Assist with the display of pupils' work
Ensure the timely and accurate design, preparation, and use of specialist equipment/resources/materials
Monitor and evaluate pupils' responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of
achievement against pre-determined learning objectives
Provide the teacher with objective and accurate feedback and reports as required, on pupil achievement,
progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence
Be responsible for keeping and updating records as agreed with other staff, contributing to reviews of
systems/records as requested
Administer and assess routine tests, invigilate exams, undertake routine marking of pupils' work and
accurately recording achievement/progress
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers as agreed with the teacher, exchanging information,
facilitating their support for their child's attendance, access and learning, and supporting home to school
and community links
Provide general clerical/admin support eg dealing with correspondence, analysing data on
attendance/exclusions etc, administering coursework, producing worksheets for agreed activities,
photocopying, typing, filing etc
Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of systems related to attendance and integration
Liaise with feeder schools and other relevant bodies to gather pupil information
Contribute to the development and implementation of appropriate behaviour management strategies

3. Support for the Curriculum
Support pupils in understanding instructions
Implement structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to
pupil responses
Implement local and national learning strategies eg literacy, numeracy, early years etc as directed by the
teachers
Support pupils using ICT and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use
Determine the need for, prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist
pupils in their use
Monitor and manage stock within an agreed budget, cataloguing resources and undertaking audits as
required
Be aware of an appreciate a range of activities, courses, organisations and individuals to provide support for
pupils to broaden and enrich their learning

4. Support for the School
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security,
confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure that pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and
develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
To maintain constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals, in liaison with
the teacher, to support the achievement and progress of the pupils
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others
Provide appropriate guidance and supervision and assist in the training and development of staff as
appropriate
Implement planned supervision of pupils out of school hours
Accompany teaching staff and pupils, as appropriate, on visits, trips and out of school activities, and take
responsibility for a group under the supervision of a teacher

Other Responsibilities:

Be aware of and comply with all school policies and procedures
Be aware of and support difference and ensure equal opportunities for all
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school and the Trust
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Safeguarding - be aware of and comply with safeguarding responsibilities as outlined in the Trust Staff Code
of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Data Protection and other statutory responsibilities - be aware of and comply with data protection
responsibilities as outlined in the Trust Staff Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Other Duties - any other duties that the Head of School/Class Teacher feel is/are commensurate with the
post. Whilst every effort is made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual
task undertaken may not be identified, We are committed to developing our staff and to providing opportunities for growth. We want to encourage
the career progression of our employees wherever possible, and support staff who wish to move between
our schools and the Shared Services Team when suitable roles arise. We also offer secondment
opportunities when available.

At Empower Multi-Academy Trust you would be working alongside excellent leaders in education, each
with specific areas of expertise. We offer Middle and Senior Leadership development programmes,
professional support networks and career development pathways for staff at all levels. In addition, we also
have mentoring and coaching programmes, peer learning, internal and external CPD opportunities.

Health and Wellbeing Services

Working in education is a challenging job and the health and wellbeing of our staff is high on our agenda
and a key priority. We have several Trust wide wellbeing initiatives that offer support and guidance for our
workforce:

A Trust Wellbeing Strategy and Charter outlining our commitment to staff wellbeing.
At least one trained Mental Health First Aider in every location, helping to embed our belief that
physical and mental health hold equal importance.
A network of Mental Health First Aiders and Mental Health Leads who provide support, guidance, and
signposting to colleagues across the Trust.
A Future in Mind network representing all our academies, who signpost staff to wellbeing support and
information, and ensure staff voice is heard.
A designated Trustee sponsor whose role is to ensure staff wellbeing remains a priority
Wellbeing is a discussion item on each Trustee / Local Governing Body meeting agenda
Dissemination of annual staff wellbeing questionnaires to inform future actions
Active engagement in national and international awareness days
Working towards the Mental Health and Work Commitment and the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter., This privacy notice advises job applicants of the Trust's commitment to data protection responsibilities of privacy and
confidentiality relating to the collection and processing of their personal information.

We collect and process your personal data as part of the recruitment process in relation to the role you are applying for. All
Headteachers and Managers involved in the recruitment process have responsibility for ensuring that applicants' personal
information is held and processed in the correct way., We collect personal data only for specified, explicit and legitimate purposes, whether or not by automated means, such as
collection, recording, storage, retrieval, use, disclosure, dissemination, erasure, or destruction (GDPR article 4).

1. We process personal data lawfully, only where it is adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary for the
purposes of processing.
2. We keep accurate personal data, only for the period necessary for processing, and take all reasonable steps
to ensure that inaccurate personal data is rectified or deleted without delay.
3. We adopt appropriate measures to make sure that personal data is secure, and protected against
unauthorised or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.
4. We do this to ensure a candidate is suitable for the role and to make sure reasonable adjustments can be
made for those applicants who have a disability.
5. Processing of personal data ensures that a fair recruitment process has taken place.

We will not process personal data of applicants for reasons other than the recruitment and selection process. Where we
process special categories of personal data or criminal records data to perform obligations, this is done for legal reasons. We
will update personal data promptly if an applicant advises that his/her information has changed or is inaccurate.

To operate an effective recruitment process, we will collect and store personal information you submit as part of the
application process. By submitting your personal information, you are consenting to us using it in accordance with this policy.
You are under no obligation to provide your consent for the organisation to hold your data out-side of the recruitment
process. If you do not consent to the organisation holding, processing, and sharing your personal data during the recruitment
process, we may not be able to process your application.

In some cases, the organisation will need to process data to ensure that it is complying with its legal obligations. For example,
we must check an applicant's entitlement to work in the UK.

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Learning Support Assistant ready for a new challenge in a vibrant
and welcoming school community? Wilfred Owen Primary School is seeking to appoint a self-motivated and
positive Level 3 Learning Support Assistant with excellent behaviour management skills to support our
children in Upper Key Stage Two., We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to support our children in Upper Key Stage
Two. We are looking for a positive, dedicated member of staff who will have high expectations and be committed
to raising standards for our children. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, creative and enthusiastic.
You must have excellent behaviour management, be able to work under pressure and remain calm in all situations.
Experience working with children would be beneficial, and evidence of working with children with SEN would be
favourable. As a school, we strive to ensure that we are fully inclusive, therefore any additional skills or experience
that you can offer would be beneficial., Good standard level of education
5 GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths
Sufficiently fluent in spoken English to ensure effective performance in the role

Desirable, i.e. the postholder would ideally have:
First Aid qualification
Teaching Assistant NVQ Level 3 or have completed training of a similar standard
Additional training qualifications completed to support children with SEN e.g. Speech & Language, Essential, i.e. the postholder must have:
Some experience of working with children
Ability to plan and organise activities effectively
Evidence of supporting children with SEN
Knowledge of school-based education including child development

Desirable, i.e. the postholder would ideally have:
Relative experience of working in an educational setting or other relevant environment
Experience of supporting a child with speech and language delays and developmental delays
Knowledge of Makaton

Skills and Personal Qualities:

Essential, i.e. the postholder must have:
Good communication skills and ability to relate well to children, staff and parents
Evidence of working well as part of a team
ICT and the willingness to update skill and undertake further training
Flexibility and reliability
Ability to bring to the role, initiative, enthusiasm and commitment

Desirable, i.e. the postholder would ideally have:
Specialist skills, training or experience, Valid passport, birth certificate or driving licence
Additional proof of address such as a recent utility bill, council tax bill or bank statement (at least two are
required and should be dated no more than three months ago), Work experience and employment history.

Located in the heart of Shrewsbury, Wilfred Owen Primary is a thriving, inclusive school with a strong sense
of community and a commitment to every child's success. As part of Empower Trust, we work
collaboratively to provide the very best opportunities for our pupils and staff.

At Wilfred Owen Primary School, we pride ourselves on being a warm and friendly school with a strong,
supportive staff community. Our mission is to shape confident, compassionate individuals who are ready
to make a real difference in the lives of our children.

Our dedicated staff team bring learning to life through innovative teaching, meaningful relationships, and
an unwavering commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a safe, inclusive environment where
every child feels valued and inspired to achieve their full potential.

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of our journey, we are delighted that you are considering
joining our team. Together, we can continue to create a school where learning is exciting, and every child
thrives.