Salary Grade: Scale 4 Spine Point 18 – 21
Salary Range: £20,460 to £22,422 p.a.
Actual Salary: £17,657 to £19,350 p.a.
35 hours per week (Term Time Only)
(1 year Fixed Term contract, may be renewable subject to continuation of funding)

Immediate start is possible.

We are looking to appoint Learning Support Assistants in order to raise standards of achievement for pupils. The role will involve working with individual students and groups who have severe challenging behavior, under the direction of the class teacher; introducing tasks, and monitoring pupil’s work and using a range of strategies to support their learning.

You need to be confident in KS3 and KS4 Curriculum Knowledge and have high levels of communicative and written English. We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 3-6 months experience in an education setting.

The ideal candidate will have SEN and EAL experience BESD, learning difficulties and autistic experience. Candidates must be patient and empathetic towards pupils and have a real interest in working with SEN/EAL pupils. Candidates should ideally have NVQ Level 2 or 3.

All applicants should have some knowledge and understanding of the following:
• Inclusion
• Common Assessment Framework

Islington Arts and Media School is an inclusive and non-selective school which celebrates cultural diversity, enhances self-esteem and inspires personal success. We are committed to raising standards and delivering quality education to our pupils and expect our colleagues to show a commitment to their work and a readiness to contribute to all aspects of school life.

To apply online please go to www.islington.camb-ed.com following the jobs link. If you need any assistance please email the Recruitment Team at recruitment.camb-ed@islington.gov.uk , quoting ref SCH/267
Closing date: Wednesday 4th January, 2012 by Midnight
Interviews: Wednesday 11th January 2012

Islington Arts & Media School are committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to enhanced CRB checks and excellent references.