Empathetic Learning Support Assistant for SEND | Fixed Term

Tsat; Chestfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Maritime Academy is expanding its team of Learning Support Assistants as we welcome our next cohort of students this September. The successful candidates will work as directed by the SENCO with individual students and groups, supporting progress monitoring and development.

This role is suitable for building experience with SEND pupils, requiring a patient, caring approach and a calm, adaptable attitude to changing circumstances. The position is initially offered on a fixed-term basis.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learning in the classroom (primary or secondary).
• Promote high standards of behaviour and conduct.
• Great communication and organisational skills.
• Support colleagues in all aspects of learning, personal development and emotional literacy.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Work as directed by the SENCO with individual students and groups.
• Monitor progress for individuals.
• Support learning, personal development and emotional literacy.

Skills

Classroom support experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Calm under pressure

Job description

Maritime Academy is expanding its team of Learning Support Assistants as we welcome our next cohort of students this September. The successful candidates will work as directed by the SENCO with individual students and groups, supporting progress monitoring and development.

This role is suitable for building experience with SEND pupils, requiring a patient, caring approach and a calm, adaptable attitude to changing circumstances. The position is initially offered on a fixed-term basis.