Emotional and Academic Support Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational support service is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in Bath to provide one-on-one support to young learners. The ideal candidate will have experience with children with additional needs, strong interpersonal skills, and a genuine passion for education. Responsibilities include adapting teaching methods, collaborating with teachers, and running small group sessions. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development within a welcoming school community.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and parents.
• Genuine passion for supporting young learners' development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to children based on individual needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to create a nurturing environment.
• Assist children in completing assignments and tasks.
• Implement strategies for social and emotional development.
• Run small group sessions for intervention help.
• Maintain records of children’s progress.
• Communicate with parents about child development updates.

Skills

Relevant experience in educational or childcare settings

Strong interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to adapt strategies

Proactive and collaborative approach

Job description

Emotional and Academic Support Assistant

Emotional and Academic Support Assistant - Bath - LT FT

Join Our Dedicated Team as a Learning Support Assistant!

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young learners? Do you possess the skills to provide exceptional one‑on‑one support to help children thrive academically? If so, we have exciting opportunities for you at our vibrant and inclusive primary schools in Bath from term 3 onwards in the new year when term resumes on Monday 5th of January.

Location: Bath

Hours: Full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm

We are seeking compassionate and skilled Learning Support Assistants to support children in various age groups. These children will require dedicated one‑to‑one support both inside and outside the classroom in the new year. Your invaluable assistance will help foster their learning, development, and overall well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one support to the child, adapting teaching methods to suit their individual needs and learning style.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist the child in completing tasks, assignments, and activities to ensure their educational progress.
• Implement effective strategies to enhance the child's social and emotional development.
• Run small group sessions for boosters and interventions, helping children falling behind in class to catch up.
• Maintain accurate records of the child's progress, achievements, and areas of improvement.
• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on the child's development.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in supporting children with additional needs, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the development and well‑being of young learners.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The flexibility to adapt and adjust strategies to meet the unique needs of the child.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, working closely with the class teacher and other members of the school team.

The School

• A welcoming and inclusive school community that values diversity and encourages personal growth.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on the life of a child, helping them overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• A supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Why Tradewind?

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice.
• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College.
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you – daily supply, long‑term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you.
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Click ‘Apply now’ and attach your CV to be considered for these great positions as a Learning Support Assistant in Bath. Or for more information about the role, contact Lottie Dullea on (phone number removed)/ (url removed).