Details:
- Salary: £18,000 - 25,000 - Annum
- Location: Gillingham
- Date: 1 month ago
Description:
As a Learning Support Assistant with us, you will play a crucial role in supporting the diverse needs of children, fostering a positive learning environment. Whether you have previous experience or are looking to start your career in education, we welcome your enthusiasm and dedication. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children and contribute to their educational success.
We are currently working with a wonderful SEN school based in Gillingham who need a caring and compassionate LSA to join their school. Have you got experience working with Makaton? Have you got experience working with SEN children?
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist teachers in the development of lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students who need extra help.
• Supervise students during lessons, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Support classroom management and assist with behaviour management strategies.
• Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of children’s progress.
• Collaborate effectively with teaching staff, parents, and other professionals.
Requirements:
• Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant or a similar role in an educational setting.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications in education or child development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic school environment.
The key benefits for working with Simply Education are:
• Your own dedicated consultant.
• Access to our unique Professional Learning Specialists who provide CPD training.
• A variety of daily and long-term positions to suit your needs.
• 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant via phone.
• Minimal administration (no timesheets).
• Email and SMS verification of bookings.
• Online diary of bookings, you pick when you want to work!
• School directions.
• £175 amazon voucher refer-a-friend scheme
**All candidates who register with Simply Education are required to provide references for the previous 2 years of work, as well as complete an enhanced DBS check. **
What you need to do now:
If you're interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or please call your local Kent team on (phone number removed).
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new job in education, please still contact your local Kent office for a confidential discussion on your career and different opportunities that are available