Flexible Learning Support Assistant for Primary Schools

TeacherActive Limited.; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses and certificates throughMy

Referral scheme

Job summary

Teacher Active is seeking a proactive Learning Support Assistant to support children across EYFS to KS2 in Mansfield and the surrounding areas. You will work closely with teachers to help pupils access learning, provide 1:1 support where needed, and contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Roles range from day-to-day supply to short-term or longer-term placements, offering flexible opportunities across a variety of primary schools.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience within a primary school, nursery, SEN setting or similar environment.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• A patient, calm and nurturing approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils within the classroom to help them access their learning.
• Providing 1:1 support for children who need additional guidance.
• Working with small groups and delivering targeted learning interventions.
• Supporting pupils with SEN, ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and other additional learning needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and participation in lessons.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils and promoting independence.
• Working closely with class teachers to support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Primary school experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Teacher Active is seeking a proactive Learning Support Assistant to support children across EYFS to KS2 in Mansfield and the surrounding areas. You will work closely with teachers to help pupils access learning, provide 1:1 support where needed, and contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Roles range from day-to-day supply to short-term or longer-term placements, offering flexible opportunities across a variety of primary schools.