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What skills and experience we're looking for • Are you passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential, • Do you want to work in a vibrant, multi-faith school community founded on dignity, community, wisdom, and hope?, • Are you a relational individual who excels at building trust and challenging students to flourish? If so, then we want to hear from you! We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) who will work with our students to support them in the classroom. We are looking for an exceptional candidate, with some experience of working with children, who is enthusiastic and dedicated to coach and develop our amazing students needing extra support and targeted interventions. This post would be suitable for enthusiastic and dedicated LSAs and/or candidates considering a career in teaching and looking to build experience in a secondary school setting. • Supervising and providing particular support for students, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities., • Setting challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence., • Providing feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher., • Assisting with the development and implementation of Learning Guides, Student Passports and Personal Care Programmes., • Establishing constructive relationships with students and interacting with them according to individual needs., • Promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all students., • Encouraging students to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher., • Delivering adaptive, flexible learning plans tailored to students who struggle with large classes or traditional timetables., • Prioritizing mental health, emotional regulation, and special educational needs (SEN), including managing emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA)., • The successful applicant will be expected to work flexibly, delivering support either to small groups or on a one-to-one basis, supervising and leading activities, in break times and after school. Applicants should be enthusiastic and dedicated to support students with general or specific learning difficulties and/or medical/care needs. Working within the Learning Support Team, and be a role model in terms of conduct, dress and professionalism. The ability to treat colleagues and students with respect and in line with our Mission and Vision is essential., • Excellent organisational and communication skills., • Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff to enhance literacy across the curriculum., • A commitment to upholding the school’s Christian ethos and values. Holy Trinity Church of England School is a vibrant and inclusive community located in Crawley, a culturally rich and diverse town. Crawley has fantastic transport links sitting halfway between Croydon and Brighton on the M23 corridor. There is also a fast train service between London Victoria, East Croydon, Haywards Heath and Brighton, in addition to other lines that serve the South. The school operates a minibus service for staff at the start and end of the day serving the three stations in Crawley (Ifield, Crawley and Three Bridges). The school is also the most well connected by bus of the six secondary schools in this area. Rooted in Christian values, our ethos is underpinned by four key elements: dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. We are dedicated to inspiring every student and providing an environment where they can truly excel, both academically and personally. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our community and enhances our ability to serve and support everyone in our school community. We welcome people from all ethnicities, faiths, abilities, genders and sexual orientations, and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. If you’re passionate, driven and share our belief in the key values of dignity, community, wisdom and hope which underpin our school then we invite you to apply and bring your unique voice and talents to our team. Crawley’s rich diversity and multiculturalism make our school an exciting place to work, where every day presents new challenges and rewards. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our curriculum. We are committed to raising standards and unlocking the potential of every child, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation. For further details on our school see our vacancies page, where you can view a video or PowerPoint from our Executive Head Teacher, Reverend Millwood. • Be part of a community that values dignity, community, wisdom, and hope., • Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth., • Enjoy access to excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching, including the use of iPads for every student as part of our innovative approach to learning., • Be at the forefront of our exciting curriculum development, where technology and traditional teaching methods blend seamlessly to enhance the educational experience of every child., • Make a positive impact on the lives of young people. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. #J-18808-Ljbffr

As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. Crawley, rated Good by Ofsted, is a spacious nursery located in a purpose-built warehouse with a single-level design for all children's rooms, complemented by an upstairs training room. With a capacity of 132 children, we collaborate closely with local schools and various agencies to provide tailored support for individual children. Our nursery enjoys a convenient location with good access to bus and train links, along with free parking available for staff. Additionally, we feature a sensory room to enhance the learning experience and ensure a nurturing environment for all children. • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 25% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment., • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families., • Track and report on children’s progress through observations and assessments., • Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique., • Strong communication and organisational skills. You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse. #J-18808-Ljbffr