Learning Assistant Level 3 - Fixed Term - Maternity Cover

St Helens Borough Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Lansbury Bridge School invites applications for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on supporting individual and group learning, managing behaviour, and assisting with planning time under supervision. A DBS check will be required, with safeguarding at the core of our commitment.

We value a caring, child-centred approach and encourage staff wellbeing and professional growth at Lansbury Bridge School.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is required or essential.
• Experience with SEN and ASC/behavioural difficulties is advantageous.
• A passion for teaching and learning with commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and groups of pupils under direction of teachers.
• Enable access to learning and assist with classroom management and behaviour strategies.
• Supervise whole classes during short-term absence with prepared lesson plans.
• Provide short-term cover to enable planning, preparation and assessment time.

Skills

passion for teaching

builds relationships with pupils/colle

high standards/outcomes

creativity in classroom

team player

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Learn, Believe, Shine

Lansbury Bridge is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team on a fixed term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for teaching and learning
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all
• Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life

Experience of working with children with SEN and ASC/behavioural difficulties would be an advantage.

Lansbury Bridge School is a generic special school which caters for 240 children and young people, aged 4-14. All of our pupils have complex needs and have an EHCP in place. The majority of our pupils have profound, severe or moderate learning difficulties while over 50% also have a diagnosis of ASC. A number have additional sensory, physical and medical difficulties.

Our motto is 'Learn, Believe, Shine' and we encourage this of our staff as well as our pupils. Lansbury Bridge is a special place to learn and work. Every day is different and brings with it new joys and challenges making the role interesting and rewarding.

We have high expectations of our staff and this supports the best outcomes for our wonderful pupils. If you are child centred, hard-working and of a positive disposition, we'd love to hear from you.

Routine, structure and the support of consistent staff is of great benefit for our pupils, therefore reliable staff with great attendance records are encouraged to be a part of our team.

Purpose of the Role

To work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching and/or senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs. Enabling access to learning for all pupils, assistance and support in classroom management and behaviour techniques and providing specialist support in a specific curricular/resource area. Supervision of whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers with agreed lessons plans in place. Provide short-term cover to enable Planning, Preparation and Assessment time to be effectively managed.

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant there is an expectation that you have the confidence and organisational skills to support and direct colleagues as instructed by the Teacher.

At Lansbury Bridge, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That's why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us - where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Lansbury Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

For more information regarding this role, please contact [e-mail] FAO Claire Jones

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.