Learning Support Assistant

OASIS COMMUNITY LEARNING; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Lister Park in Bradford is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 SEN support and pastoral guidance, helping pupils access the curriculum and participate fully in class activities.

You will work closely with teaching staff to monitor progress, implement safeguarding practices, and adapt learning materials to meet individual needs, contributing to a positive educational experience for learners with SEND.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent as a minimum.
• GCSE English and Maths at C grade or above.
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEN and utilising strategies to manage behaviours and meet needs.
• Awareness of Child Safeguarding and the latest SEN policies to implement effective provision.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised SEN provision on a 1:1 basis, supporting the pupil in accessing the curriculum.
• Adapt learning to make it accessible for students with specific needs.
• Provide pastoral support and monitor pupil progress.
• Feed back to the class teacher and collaborate with staff to achieve individual targets.

Skills

SEN support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

GCSE English and Maths (C+)

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant practitioner to join our team, providing key SEN support within the classroom on a 1:1 basis and working closely with other teaching staff to ensure provision is effective and that learning needs are met.

Job overview

As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll provide personalised SEN provision on a 1:1 basis, supporting the pupil in accessing the curriculum at an appropriate level and adapting the learning to make it accessible for students with specific needs. This role also involves providing pastoral support, and you\'ll monitor progress to feed back to the class teacher whilst working closely with relevant staff to ensure an individual can achieve to the fullest extent.

Job requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent as a minimum
• GCSE English and Maths at C grade or above
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEN and utilising strategies to manage behaviours and meet needs, including supporting speech and language
• Awareness of Child Safeguarding and the latest SEN policies to implement effective provision, including working with outside agencies to deliver EHCP provisions
• Ability to effectively communicate on the pupil\'s progress, with strong written and verbal communication skills

Why join us?

As a Learning Support Assistant within Oasis Academy Lister Park, you\'ll be able to make a key difference to a pupil\'s educational experience as a crucial part of the wider team, and will have the opportunity to develop your skillset with key training and development opportunities available.

Safeguarding Statement:

Oasis Academy Lister Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.