Impactful Learning Support Assistant Alternative Provision

Prospero Teaching; Essex; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for an Alternative Provision in Colchester, Essex. The role focuses on providing targeted support to students with additional needs to help them engage with the curriculum.

You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff in a supportive, inclusive environment, with opportunities for professional development and an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children/young people with SEMH, SEND or other learning needs.
• Patient, empathetic and positive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience when working with challenging behaviours.
• Relevant training in education/childcare/youth work is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with a range of additional needs.
• Assist learners in accessing the curriculum and completing learning activities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement and progress.
• Support the management of behaviour in line with the school's policies and restorative practices.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents/carers, and external agencies where appropriate.
• Encourage the development of students' social, emotional, and personal skills.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

SEMH/SEND experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Resilience

Empathy

Patient approach

Education

Education/Childcare Training

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for an Alternative Provision in Colchester, Essex. The role focuses on providing targeted support to students with additional needs to help them engage with the curriculum.

You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff in a supportive, inclusive environment, with opportunities for professional development and an immediate start.