Learning Support Assistant

Quokka Education; Abbots Worthy; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Quokka Education is supporting one of Hampshire's top 10 secondary schools in Winchester to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated SEND team. You'll help students with additional learning needs in lessons and work closely with teachers to deliver personalised support.

Looking to make a difference in young lives? GCSE English and Maths are required, along with strong communication and teamwork. No prior school experience is required; attitude and empathy matter most.

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs in lessons.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups.
• Build positive, consistent relationships with young people.
• Support behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff and the SEND team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Opportunities to progress into teacher training through our partner schools

We recruit people with the right attitude and provide the confidence and knowledge before you step into the classroom.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting students with additional learning needs in lessons
• Working 1:1 and with small groups
• Building positive, consistent relationships with young people
• Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the SEND team

You'll play a key role in helping students grow in confidence, independence and achieve their potential.

Looking to make a difference in a young person's life?

Whether you're a graduate, sports coach, youth worker, care worker or simply someone who wants to make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you., No previous school experience is required. What matters most is your attitude, empathy and willingness to support young people to achieve their potential.

Graduates considering a career in education

• Sports coaches
• Youth workers
• Residential care workers
• Anyone passionate about making a difference to young people's lives

You'll need GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Quokka Education is supporting one of Hampshire's top 10 secondary schools in Winchester to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated SEND team.