1 to 1 Learning Support Assistant (LA funded)

About the School - Kingscourt
Kingscourt School is in Catherington, Hampshire. It accepts boys and girls from 2yr 9months-11 years with a new purpose-built Nursery, gardens and grounds and a supportive school community. It is part of the global Cognita Schools group. The school aims to provide all children with an education focused on maintaining a cherished childhood, with excellent teaching and resources. Each child is encouraged to achieve their full potential with an exciting extra-curricular programme to support the development of character education, preparing them all for the next stage of their educational journey.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced 1 to 1 Learning Support Assistant to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'.

About the role
Your employment in this position is for a fixed term and subject to Local Authority funding in respect of specific pupils. The funding is expected (but not guaranteed) to last for a period of 4 years and 5 months and as such the end date is expected (but not guaranteed) to be Friday 31st August 2029. The end date is expected to be this date unless the child leaves Kingscourt School earlier than expected or the Local Education Authority withdraws the funding. The Company will notify you in writing in advance of any change to the funding end date.

The post holder will assist in the educational and social development of a pupil (on a 1:1 basis) with Special Educational Needs, under direction of the SENDCo and teaching staff. This will involve helping the Class Teacher in supporting the pupil on a one-to-one or small group basis, across a wide range of activities and supported learning tasks, including the preparation and maintenance of differentiated resources, in order to meet the requirements of the pupil's Educational Care Health Plan.

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Who we are looking for:
To be considered for this position you will have enthusiasm for and knowledge of supporting children with Special Educational Needs. Experience establishing and maintaining positive relationships with children that encourages and enables child development and implementing strategies that promote positive behaviour. We would also expect the ability to communicate effectively and build good working relationships with staff, parents, carers and other stakeholders relevant to the post.

Benefits at Cognita
*Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
*Free lunch provided during Term Time
*School holidays and public holidays
*Free parking on site (subject to availability)
*School fee discount
*Exclusive third-party discounts
*Professional Development

How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 27th April 2025

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.