Learning Support Assistant

Co-op Academy Southfield; Bradford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Co-op Academy Southfield is seeking a dedicated Specialist Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This role involves delivering tailored education, developing personalized learning plans, and fostering an inclusive environment. The academy values diversity and is committed to making a difference in young learners' lives.

Benefits

Co-op membership and discount card

Flexible benefits including discounted line rental and broadband

Discounted gym memberships and leisure activities

Co-op Credit Union benefits

Season ticket and rental deposit loans

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Ability to implement personalized learning plans.
• Confidence in using IT and outdoor learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke education tailored to SEN pupils' needs.
• Develop and implement personalized learning plans.
• Collaborate with external agencies for holistic support.

Skills

Classroom confidence

Building positive relationships

Flexibility

Passion for inclusive education

Education

Specialism or additional training in Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Job description

Are you a dedicated and experienced educator passionate about making a difference in the lives of Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? At Co-op Academy Southfield, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.

As a Specialist Teaching Assistant within our Provision, you will deliver bespoke, specialist education tailored to meet the evolving needs of SEN pupils, including those with complex requirements. You will develop and implement personalised learning plans to support each pupil’s unique needs and abilities. Use innovative teaching methods and resources to engage and inspire young learners. Collaborate with external agencies and our wider inclusion team to ensure holistic support for pupils’ development. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes confidence and growth.

To apply for this role, please use the following link:

https://co-opacademiestrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-C-oAT-0548

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are excellent practitioners. A specialism or additional training in Special Educational Needs (SEN) is highly desirable.
• Are confident in the classroom and understand how children with SEND learn.
• Have high expectations of what can be achieved.
• Seek to build positive relationships with children.
• Are flexible, have a good sense of humour, and understand the ‘bigger picture’.
• Can work on their own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Are confident and excited about using and embracing IT and outdoor learning in their practice.
• Are flexible, hardworking, and passionate about making a difference in young learners’ lives.
• Have a genuine passion for inclusive education and a commitment to making a difference.

Why us?

At Co-op Academy Southfield, our values are based on those of the Co-op Group, which inform our behaviours.

Self-help: We do not expect to be spoon-fed – we try to do things for ourselves in the right way and at the right time.

Self-responsibility: Everyone should act responsibly around the academy and in the community. We take responsibility for our own learning and aim to become independent learners.

Equality: We are proud of our multicultural academy, with students from all over the world. It is important to treat each other with respect and accept differences. Everyone should have equal chances to succeed.

Equity: We look for the best in each other. We reward achievement fairly to encourage all types of success.

Democracy: We contribute ideas to make the academy a success.

Solidarity: We achieve more by working together rather than as individuals.

Our Values

As part of the Co-operative Group, we are guided by our core values, which are embedded in everything we do:

Succeed together

Do what matters most

Be yourself, always

Show you care

If you believe in our values, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits and Rewards

We offer a wide range of benefits to recognize your contribution:

• Co-op membership and a colleague discount card offering 10% off in Co-op Food stores
• Flexible benefits including discounted line rental, broadband, family care advice, and cycle to work schemes
• Discounted gym memberships and leisure activities, including Merlin Entertainments, Virgin Experience Days, SuperBreak, and more
• Co-op Credit Union: save directly from your salary, earn dividends, and benefit from competitive interest rates
• Co-op Funeralcare benefits
• Season ticket and rental deposit loans

And more! For additional information about the Co-op Academies Trust, visit: www.coopacademies.co.uk

To apply, please use the link at the top of the advert.

The Trust is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion, or belief, and marriage or civil partnerships.

We are also committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.