Learning Support Assistant

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Blaydon on Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

St Thomas More, part of Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to support teaching and learning and to work closely with pupils with SEN.

You will prepare classroom materials, organise worksheets, set up equipment, and act as a key worker for designated SEN pupils, attending related meetings and admin tasks.

We offer a contract in Newcastle with a salary of £25,760–£27,476 per annum (London weighting not included).

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• Post 16 Higher Education, Teaching Assistant or Degree level qualification.
• Experience of working with children in an educational setting.
• Good ICT skills.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and learners in lessons.
• Prepare classroom materials, organise worksheets, and set up equipment per teacher instructions.
• Act as a key worker for designated pupils on the SEN Register and attend related meetings.
• Assist with SEN information administration, profiling and department admin.

Skills

Good ICT skills

Good communication skills

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and English

Post 16 Higher Education, Teaching Assistant or Degree level qualification

Job description

Company: Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust

St Thomas More is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to support teaching and learning, work closely with pupils with SEN, and provide vital classroom and departmental support.

We are seeking an individual to:Support teachers and learners in lessons.Prepare classroom materials e.g. organising work sheets, preparing support materials, setting up equipment following instructions from the subject teacher.Act as a key worker for designated pupils on the SEN Register and take part in associated meetings and administration.Assist with the administration of SEN information e.g. circulating profiles and giving admin support to the department.The successful candidate will have:5 GCSEs at Grade C or above or equivalent including Maths and English.Post 16 Higher Education, Teaching Assistant or Degree level qualification.Experience of working with children in an educational setting.Good ICT skills.Good communication skills.

£25,760 - £27,476 Per Annum - London weighting not included role based in Newcastle

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