Aspiring Educational Psychologist — LSA for Special Needs

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd in Kent is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties and associated behaviours in a school setting. The role offers on-site training and CPD, with valuable practical experience across therapies and pupil support.

You will provide 1:1 and small group assistance, help plan activities with teacher guidance, and foster social and academic development in a caring, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher
• Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to provide academic and pastoral support
• Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential

Responsibilities

• Support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours 1:1 and in small groups.
• Work closely with teachers to plan learning activities and support pupil needs.
• Help develop social and academic skills in a caring, supportive environment

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

Lesson planning

Social skills development

Interpersonal skills

Pastoral support

Calm under pressure

Job description

Term Time Teachers Ltd in Kent is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties and associated behaviours in a school setting. The role offers on-site training and CPD, with valuable practical experience across therapies and pupil support.

You will provide 1:1 and small group assistance, help plan activities with teacher guidance, and foster social and academic development in a caring, collaborative environment.