Learning Assistant (ASN Schools) NLC5 (Part Time) (Perm) (Temp)- REQ04083

North Lanarkshire Council; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity as a Learning Assistant (ASN) at Mavisbank School, North Lanarkshire Council, to support children with additional support needs. The role involves caring for children, assisting with personal hygiene, and managing classroom duties. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children with severe or complex needs.

Benefits

Annual leave

Public holidays

Health and wellbeing packages

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent voluntary or school-based experience working with children.
• Willingness to undertake NHS or Education training as required.
• Experience with children/young people with additional needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with severe or complex needs in their school environment.
• Caring for children, assisting with personal hygiene.
• Managing daily reception and departure of children.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Title: Learning Assistant (ASN)

An exciting opportunity is available within Mavisbank School, North Lanarkshire Council, to assist children with additional support needs.

Responsibilities include:

1. Supporting children with severe or complex needs in their school environment.
2. Caring for children, assisting with personal hygiene, and maintaining hygiene supplies.
3. Managing daily reception and departure of children, and performing messenger or escort duties.
4. Classroom duties such as preparing classwork, operating teaching aids, recording programmes, and reprographic work.

Requirements:

• Recent voluntary or school-based experience working with children.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to undertake NHS or Education training as required.
• Experience with children/young people with additional needs is desirable.

Additional information:

• Prior to starting, candidates must become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
• There are 3 permanent posts and 2 temporary posts (until 26/06/2026).

Work Pattern:

Details about work hours and benefits, including annual leave, public holidays, health and wellbeing packages, and learning and development opportunities through LearnNL.

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