Telephone: 01455 283263 Fax: 01455 285758
Principal: Tim Moralee
May 2016
Dear Applicant
Literacy Learning Support Assistant
Thank you for your interest in this post. As stated in the advert, the main purpose of the job will be to provide agreed support to the teacher in the delivery of activities around progress and interventions in English and to work under the supervision of the teacher to carry out planned learning activities with small groups or individuals.
The ideal candidate will have a good standard of Literacy at GCSE level or equivalent, NVQ or equivalent in Teaching and Learning, and some experience of working within a similar role.
Within this pack you will find the full Job Description and Personnel Specification. Please ensure that you read them as they will be used as part of the shortlisting process.
Thomas Estley is a highly successful 11-16 Community College serving the villages of Broughton Astley, Cosby and Whetstone, rated Outstanding by OFSTED. We are part of an Umbrella Trust comprising Cosby Primary School, Leysland High School, Countesthorpe Community College and Thomas Estley Community College.
As with all staff we have high expectations of the person we hope to appoint. This position will require a high level of initiative and you will be expected to actively seek tasks and offer general assistance where possible on your own instigation. We think the successful candidate can expect of us an interesting, supportive and lively environment in which to work and contribute.
The closing date for applications is Friday 10th June 2016
I look forward to receiving your application.
Yours faithfully
Mrs M Young
Assistant Principal
Vice-Principals: C. Freeman, M. Collins Assistant Principals:M. Young, J. Hartley College Manager: A.M. Willett
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Application Pack
Application Pack
Thomas Estley Community College
“Modelling tomorrow’s Global Citizens.”
Thomas Estley is a highly successful 11-16 Community College serving the villages of Broughton Astley, Cosby and Whetstone, rated Outstanding by OFSTED. We are part of an Umbrella Trust comprising Cosby Primary School, Leysland High School, Countesthorpe Community College and Thomas Estley Community College
The college has a strong tradition of innovative curriculum planning and its curriculum has been a national case study with aspects adopted by a number of schools locally and nationally.
The college pursues excellence in all it does, placing the learner at the heart of its work. The ethos is a can do, inclusive one. Students enjoy all the learning opportunities they are offered and they rise to the challenge of the high expectations we have of them.
Thomas Estley is a Teaching School, lead school in the Thomas Estley Learning Alliance (TELA) including almost 40 secondary and primary schools, and a National Support School. As a result the college engages in significant School to School Support and CPD provision. We are also a Centre for School Direct placements for those looking to train as a teacher.
The college is a vibrant, innovative and forward-looking institution, a place which never stands still but constantly seeks improvement.
AIMS AND MISSION STATEMENT
"Actions rather than outcomes"
What do we want for pupils?
We will ensure that everyone at Thomas Estley Community College:
1Fulfils their potential
2Is a positive contributor to society
3Has a positive set of values and social skills
4Enjoys their learning experiences
MISSION STATEMENT
"Modelling tomorrow's global citizens"
COLLEGE STATEMENT
"At Thomas Estley we care. To do this we include everyone in what is good, we don't put anyone down or make their life difficult. We aim for a better living and a better way of life for everyone. We value every person and every opportunity. We always aim for the very best."
School/College: / ThomasEstleyCommunity CollegeJob Title: / Literacy Learning Support Assistant
Grade: / 5
Working Hours / 30 hours per week, term time
Plus an additional 30 hours per annum
Working hours negotiated annually subject to timetable needs
Responsible To: / Inclusion Manager / Assistant Principal for Inclusion
Key Relationships/
Liaison with: / Teachers, Inclusion Team, Other classroom/ Library/IT support staff, Centre Staff
Job Purpose: / To work under the direct supervision of a teacher to provide support for teaching and learning and associated activities in accordance with school policies and procedures. This may include providing general support for whole class learning activities, or supporting individuals or small groups of pupils.
Occupational Standards: / Supporting Teaching and Learning (STL) Level 2
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. / To provide agreed support to the teacher in the delivery of planned whole class learning activities, including supporting resourcing and delivery of learning .
2. / To support, identification, mentoring and recording activities around progress and interventions in English.
3. / To work under the supervision of a teacher to carry out planned learning activities with small groups or individual pupils, providing feedback on their engagement in activities and their progress against the desired learning objectives. This activity to be carried out with a particular focus on narrowing the gap and improving attainment outcomes for disadvantaged pupils, in liaison with Inclusion department / SLT line manager as appropriate.
4. / To support the provision of literacy intervention programmes, identified by teachers and appropriate to raising the achievement of disadvantaged pupils, tracking progress and liaising with English Teachers.
5. / To observe and feed back to the teacher on pupil performance and behaviour, taking action as appropriate in line with relevant school policies.
6. / To support the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of pupils, including contributing ideas and suggestions to support planning, to meet their development needs. To support pupils to participate in activities and liaising with other adults and professionals as appropriate, to raise aspiration and attainment in English.
7. / To interact with and respond positively and professionally to children, young people and adults.
8. / To develop positive relationships with colleagues, providing consistent and effective support and working constructively as a member of the school staff team.
9. / To be aware of school and statutory frameworks that directly impact on their own work with pupils.
10. / To contribute to the provision of support for bilingual / multilingual pupils as and if required.
11. / To participated as required in continual professional development activities.
GENERAL
Undertake duties elsewhere within the Support Team as required
Such other duties as required commensurate with the grade of the post
This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time when it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. In fact the make up and emphasis of duties will be one area covered in annual review of the post and rewritten accordingly. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot in themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
It is vital to the ethos of the Support Team that the postholder is flexible in taking on additional tasks, willing to offer help to and cover for other members of the Team and treats co-operation and support for colleagues as a top priority.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety Regulations
To attend fire drills and staff meetings as required
To attend appropriate training events and meetings as required which maybe outside normal working hours, including annual personal review meeting
To comply with the requirements of safeguarding, equal opportunities, data protection, copyright and other relevant legislation and college policy
To respect the confidential nature of personal information
COMMUNICATIONS
In consultation and partnership appropriate staff, support and sustain effective communications throughout the College arising from duties.
Person Specification
Job Title: / Literacy Learning Support Assistant (LSA)Grade: / 5
Essential / Desirable / How assessed
Qualifications
- NVQ 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent
- Able to demonstrate the ability to meet the STL Level 2 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.
- GCSE or equivalent, in Maths and English.
- A Level in English
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Experience
- Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting
- Literacy Skills at an appropriate level to support pupil progress in learning English
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Knowledge
- Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
- Knowledge of curriculum area and strategies for enabling learners to make progress.
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Skills/Attributes
- Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
- Good communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Empathy with children and young people.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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General Circumstances
- Attendance - evidence of regular attendance at work.
- An understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Opportunities, and the ability to apply this to strategic work and day-to-day situations.
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Factors not already covered
Must be able to perform all duties and tasks with reasonable adjustment, where appropriate, in accordance with the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995.
Must be eligible to work within the UK /
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