Learning Support Assistant

Horizon School Pupil Referral Unit, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 4TD

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

£23,114 – £23,893 pro rata

35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Term time only

Full Time

Fixed Term to 31 March 2025 (in the first instance). Job share considered.

Required as soon as possible

At Horizon School, we support young people who have been unable to succeed in mainstream education. Here they are given a second chance with support and challenge, to help them achieve their potential. We are now seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Horizon School. Our current team of staff is highly committed to supporting our young people to ensure they get as much as they can out of their education at Horizon School. If you feel you could contribute to the school and join us on our journey, we would welcome an application from you.

We are looking for a professional who has:

a commitment to ensuring that all children/ young people achieve their potential

the ability to promote an inclusive provision

the ability to support the raising of standards across the provision

the ability to be a supportive and innovative member of the wider Horizon school team

the ability to develop partnerships that enhance the experience for all.

How to apply

Please apply by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Completed applications should be postmarked for the attention of HR Admin at the following address: Horizon School, Saturn Close, Lowestoft NR32 4TD

Closing date: 5pm, 3 June 2024.

Interview date: 12 June 2024.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and two references.

Suffolk County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.