Learning Assistant

Wirral Schools; Raby Mere; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary educational institution in England is seeking an enthusiastic Learning Assistant to support teachers in delivering quality education. The ideal candidate should have a relevant qualification or previous experience with children. Responsibilities include promoting student development, meeting individual needs, and fostering a positive classroom environment. The position offers a supportive work environment and comprehensive employee benefits, aiming for high aspirations for students and staff.

Benefits

Electric car scheme

Eyecare vouchers

Flu vaccination clinics

Cycle2work scheme

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for promoting student development in a secure environment.
• Ability to meet physical and medical needs as per care plans.
• Understanding of specific student needs to facilitate learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering quality learning.
• Act as a positive role model for the school community.
• Encourage good personal hygiene and self-help skills.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to establish secure relationships

Teamwork skills

Flexibility

Education

Relevant qualification in education or child care

Job description

Responsibilities

• To promote students' development in a safe, secure, challenging environment
• To meet the physical/medical needs of the student according to an individual care plan while encouraging independence wherever possible
• To develop an understanding of the student's specific needs in order to help them learn as effectively as possible
• To encourage inclusion within the classroom
• To display students' work to reflect their achievement
• To encourage good personal hygiene and assist with necessary self‑help skills
• To facilitate small group interventions as directed by the SENDCO (homework club, social skills, etc.)

We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Assistant to support our teachers in delivering high quality learning. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and/or previous experience working with children, although training will be given for the right person.

What you will do

• Be a positive role model for all members of the school community
• Be able to work well with young children and confident in establishing secure relationships
• Have high expectations of yourself and our students
• Be able to work flexibly as part of a team

What we offer

• A supportive, friendly working environment
• A team committed to supporting professional development
• Enthusiastic young people who love coming to school
• An experienced and motivated staff team
• A school with high aspirations for its students and staff
• Fantastic employee benefits such as: an electric car scheme, eyecare vouchers, flu vaccination clinics, cycle2work scheme, please see the attached information for a full list of comprehensive benefits