Learning Support Apprentice: Inspire Pupils & Grow Skills

The Methodist Church in Britain; Cowes; Remote; GBP 8,300 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

National apprenticeship qualification

Supportive mentors

Job summary

Lanesend Primary School is offering an apprenticeship for a Learning Support Assistant. The role will work alongside class teachers and the SENCO to help pupils get the most from lessons, with a focus on reading, numeracy and wellbeing.

The post is term-time only, 30 hours a week across five days, and leads to a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification. Applicants need an enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available).
• Commitment to own personal development, including training offered by the school.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning individually and in groups by clarifying instructions and motivating them with praise and reassurance
• Assist pupils in weaker areas such as speech and language, behaviour, reading, spelling, numeracy and handwriting
• Liaise with the class teacher, SENCO and other professionals on individual education plans, contributing to planning
• Promote pupil wellbeing and safeguarding, including personal care, medical intervention and moving and handling
• Build effective relationships with pupils, parents and carers, and colleagues, working as part of the team around each pupil
• Support pupils' interaction, communication, independence and inclusion in and out of the classroom
• Monitor pupils' responses to learning activities and adapt them with the teacher to meet intended outcomes
• Give objective, accurate feedback and reports on pupil progress as required
• Prepare activities and resources in advance and carry out practical tasks to maintain a good learning environment
• Follow school policies and maintain confidentiality at all times
• Supervise playground, break and lunchtime activities as required
• Escort and supervise pupils on educational visits and out-of-school activities, and support in exams as required

Skills

Child-centred approach

Inspiring children

School values & ethos

Flexibility under pressure

Job description

Lanesend Primary School is offering an apprenticeship for a Learning Support Assistant. The role will work alongside class teachers and the SENCO to help pupils get the most from lessons, with a focus on reading, numeracy and wellbeing.

The post is term-time only, 30 hours a week across five days, and leads to a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification. Applicants need an enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.