Learning Support Assistant

Description:

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Brentwood, Essex Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive

About Us: TeacherActive is a leading education recruitment agency, dedicated to providing high-quality staffing solutions to schools across the UK. We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join a reputable mainstream secondary school in Brentwood, Essex, on a permanent basis.

Job Description: As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the learning and development of students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) within the school. Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals, you will provide individualized support and assistance to students, helping them to access the curriculum, participate in classroom activities, and achieve their full potential. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of students and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEND, both inside and outside the classroom.
Assist students with their learning activities, including reading, writing, numeracy, and social skills development.
Implement strategies and interventions to support students' individual needs and promote their independence and inclusion.
Support students with personal care and physical needs, as required.
Foster positive relationships with students, promoting their self-esteem, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
Collaborate with teaching staff and external professionals to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and support students' progress and attainment.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievement, and provide feedback to teaching staff and parents/carers as appropriate.
Requirements:

Experience working with children or young people with SEND, either in an educational or care setting, is desirable.
A compassionate and patient approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting the needs of students with SEND.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/carers.
Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the individual needs and challenges of students.
A willingness to undergo relevant training and development to enhance your skills and knowledge in supporting students with SEND.
A commitment to promoting inclusion, diversity, and equality in education.
Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Permanent, full-time position with opportunities for career progression and development.
Supportive and inclusive school environment with a commitment to staff wellbeing.
Access to a range of employee benefits and rewards.
If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting students with SEND, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services