Learning Support Assistant

ASCS Layyah; Abu Dhabi; Sur place; AED 60 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ASCS Layyah seeks an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored support for students with Special Educational Needs. The role involves 1:1 or small group support, collaboration with the Inclusion Manager and teachers, and ensuring access to all classroom activities.

The successful candidate will have at least 2+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree or higher diploma, and a commitment to safeguarding and professional development within a faith-based environment.

Qualifications

• Provide learning support for SEND students in class or withdrawal situations, 1:1 or small groups.
• Develop knowledge of student needs and seek advice from Inclusion Manager/ SEN Coordinator.
• Aid access to full range of learning experiences inside and outside the classroom.
• Modify or create resources as advised by SEN Coordinator or Educational Psychologist.
• Be involved in planning and day-to-day class activities.
• Support SEND student in playground and outdoor activities with health and safety in mind.
• Motivate and encourage students, using positive reinforcement per behavior plan.
• Attend in-service training and relevant meetings to stay updated on SEND developments.
• Report progress towards targets for SEND students with behavior support plans.

Responsabilités

• Provide learning support for SEND students in class or withdrawal situations.
• Develop understanding of student needs and seek guidance from SEN professionals.
• Assist SEN students to access activities inside and outside the classroom.
• Create or adapt resources per guidance from SEN staff and psychologists.
• Assist with planning and preparation of daily class activities.
• Support SEND students during playtime with safety awareness.
• Encourage participation with positive reinforcement per behaviour plan variations.
• Attend required trainings and meetings to stay current on SEND practices.
• Document progress on targets for SEND students with behavior plans.

Connaissances

Learning support

SEN support

Formation

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma

Description du poste

Job description

Are you an experienced, dynamic and collaborative team member who want to work with exceptionally talented people in a faith-based environment?

Our American curriculum school, American School of Creative Science (ASCS) is looking for a creative, passionate and outstanding Learning Support Assistant who value professional development opportunities and a good work-life balance.

• To provide learning support for the Special Educational Needs students in class or in withdrawal situations, either 1:1 or small groups.


• To develop knowledge of the need of the student and seek advice from Inclusion Manager/Special Educational Needs Coordinator, class teacher.


• To aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.


• To make or modify resources as suggested and advised by the Inclusion Manager /Special Educational Needs Coordinator, Educational Psychologist.


• To be involved in the planning and preparation of the day-to-day class activities.


• To support the Special Educational Needs student in the playground and outside activities, being mindful of his health and safety in relation to his condition and encouraging safe interactive play.


• Motivate and encourage the Special Educational Needs student to have a go at activities they may be unsure of. Provide positive reinforcements, praise and rewards According to the amendment of the student's behavior modification plan requirements.


• To attend in service training and relevant meetings relevant to the post in order to keep up to date with developments in working with children with special educational needs.


• Report any progress towards targets for Special Educational Needs student with behavior Support Plan.

Safer Recruitment Statement

Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the Department for Education's "Keeping Children Safe in Education" recommendations. At the International School of Creative Science, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

Preferred candidate

Years of experience 2+ years

Degree Bachelor's degree / higher diploma