Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks an Education Support Worker for a full-time temporary position in Altrincham. The role involves assisting students with special needs by providing tailored support and working closely with teachers. Applicants should have relevant educational qualifications, prior experience, and possess strong communication skills to foster a supportive learning environment. Training in child protection will be provided.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in education or support work is necessary.
• Preferred degree in Education or Special Educational Needs.
• Prior experience with special educational needs is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with learning difficulties or disabilities.
• Assist in implementing individual education plans.
• Monitor and record student progress.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Understanding of learning needs

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

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North West England, Greater Manchester, Altrincham

Job Type:

Contract, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry:

Education and Training

Job Duties:

• Provide support to students with learning difficulties or disabilities
• Assist in implementing individual education plans
• Help students with their learning and development
• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons
• Monitor and record student progress

Required Qualifications:

A relevant qualification in education or support work

Education:

Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths

Experience:

Prior experience working with students with special educational needs

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of different learning needs and strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Patience and empathy towards students

Preferred Qualifications:

A relevant degree in Education or Special Educational Needs

Working Conditions:

This role may involve working in a classroom setting with students who require additional support. The working hours are typically aligned with the school timetable. Some flexibility in working hours may be required to accommodate school events or activities.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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