Learning Support Assistant

The Independent Schools Council; Andover; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Farleigh School is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to join the Learning Support team in our vibrant Prep school. You will help pupils access the curriculum, supporting them 1:1 and in small groups to develop independence and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The role is full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday 8:00am–3:30pm. Applicants may indicate preferred hours. Training to support student needs is encouraged and experience in education is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with SEND and wellbeing needs.
• Commitment to participate fully in all areas of school life.
• Prepared to undertake additional training to support student needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND and their emotional wellbeing under guidance of teachers.
• Implement strategies from pupil's Education Plan with teachers.
• Assist in individual or small-group activities following teacher guidance.
• Foster pupil independence and social development within school life.
• Monitor progress and report to teachers and Head of LS.
• Promote inclusive interactions and safeguarding compliance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide necessary support.

Skills

Pupil support

Relationship building

Understand student needs

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education experience

Education

HLTA qualification

LSA/ELSA/TEFL qualification

Speech and language assistant qualification

Job description

Farleigh School is seeking a caring and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our Learning Support team, to work within our vibrant and well-resourced Prep school. The successful candidate will make a real difference to the children’s educational journey by helping them access the curriculum, and thrive in a supportive learning environment. The role involves supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them to access learning, develop independence and thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

We are seeking an individual to work full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday from 8.00am to 3.30pm. We would consider part-time approaches and applicants are encouraged to state their desired working hours and pattern in their application.

The ideal candidate will have:

• An ability to establish positive and effective working relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• The capacity to develop an in-depth understanding of student's needs, in order to support them with effective approaches to learning and development.
• Commitment to participate fully in all areas of school life.
• Commitment to undertake additional training to support student needs.
• Experience of working within an educational setting.
• An ability to adapt practise and support pupils with a range of SEND needs.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant (desirable)
• A HLTA, LSA, ELSA, TEFL or Speech and Language assistant qualification (desirable)

Particular Tasks & Responsibilities

• Work closely with class teachers and the Head of LS to support pupils with SEND and emotional wellbeing needs.
• Work under the guidance of teachers and Head of LS to implement strategies outlined in a pupil’s Individual Education Plan.
• Supporting students with individual or small‑group learning activities and interventions, following teacher or specialist guidance.
• Support the pupil’s academic, social and emotional development, promoting independence and confidence.
• Monitor and record pupils’ progress, reporting regularly to teachers and Head of LS.
• Encourage positive interactions with peers and inclusion in school life.
• Be familiar with and adhere to the school’s policies on child protection, anti-bullying, and health and safety, responding appropriately when necessary.
• Act as a positive role model for pupils.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the school to provide support and assistance where needed.
• Perform or undertake any other key responsibilities, which the Headmaster, Head of Learning Support or class teacher may reasonably assign or be commensurate with the level of responsibility.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding policies at all times.
• Any other duties which may be assigned commensurate with the post and in keeping with the nature of the school environment.

Safeguarding

Farleigh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo appropriate Child Protection Screening, including references from past employers, an enhanced DBS disclosure and an online search in line with safer recruitment.

Equal Opportunities

Farleigh School is a co-educational organisation that believes strongly in equal opportunity for all.