ASD Learning Support Assistant

Axcis Education; Molesey; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education are seeking a Learning Support Assistant/Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Surrey. This supply role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a starting ASAP date.

Pay is £97 per day PAYE, with potential for ongoing or long-term work and support from Axcis throughout placement. You will assist the class teacher, provide one-to-one and small-group support, and help pupils across primary year groups, including those with SEND, to promote confidence and

Qualifications

• Experience as TA/LSA in a UK primary school is essential
• Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs is advantageous
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patient, proactive and supportive approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with primary-aged children
• Flexible to work across different primary year groups

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher within a mainstream primary classroom
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Assist pupils across different primary year groups and key stages
• Support learning activities and classroom organisation
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and engagement
• Promote a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment
• Work closely with teachers, support staff and other members of the school team

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Supportive approach

Job description

Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant - Primary School | LEO Academy Trust | Surrey | ASAP Start

We are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school within the LEO Academy Trust in Surrey.

Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Supply TA / Supply Learning Support Assistant
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay: £97 per day PAYE

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant looking for primary school supply work in Surrey. The role will involve supporting pupils across the primary age range, with the potential for the supply placement to develop into an ongoing or long-term role.

The Role - Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher within a mainstream primary classroom
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support where required
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Assist pupils across different primary year groups and key stages
• Support learning activities and classroom organisation
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and engagement
• Promote a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment
• Work closely with teachers, support staff and other members of the school team

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or classroom support worker in a UK primary school is essential
• Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs is advantageous
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, proactive and supportive approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with primary-aged children
• Flexibility to work across different primary year groups
• Reliable and committed to supporting pupils' learning and wellbeing

About the School

The successful candidate will work within a welcoming mainstream primary school that is part of the LEO Academy Trust. This is an excellent opportunity to gain further experience in a supportive school environment while working with pupils across the primary age range.

What We Offer

• Regular supply Teaching Assistant work
• Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• £97 per day PAYE
• ASAP start
• Support within a welcoming primary school
• Opportunity to gain experience across different primary year groups
• Potential for the placement to develop into an ongoing or long-term TA role
• Support from Axcis Education throughout your placement

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.