Learning Support Assistant

SGS; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive setting

Induction & support

Ongoing training & development

Work with SEND professionals

Warm team culture

Meaningful work

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

SGS Pegasus School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with SEND across KS3/4. You will deliver 1:1 sessions, support small groups and assist whole classes, helping students access the curriculum and grow academically, socially and emotionally.

You will build positive relationships, work with teachers and support staff, and contribute to an inclusive, nurturing environment. Experience with autism and strong communication are preferred; GCSE English and Maths are required.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) including English and Maths.
• A Level 3 or SEND-related qualification is desirable.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, including autism.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, nurturing and positive approach; good behaviour management.
• Understanding of inclusive and personalised learning approaches.
• Good organisation and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support 1:1 sessions with SEND pupils and work with small groups.
• Assist with whole-class support and classroom inclusion.
• Promote high standards of teaching and learning and pupil progression.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and work with teachers and other professionals.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Communication

Relationship-building

Calm demeanor

Behaviour management

Inclusive learning

Education

GCSEs (English & Maths)

Level 3 or SEND-related qualification

Job description

Role Overview

As a Learning Support Assistant your role will involve you assisting with general support throughout the school. You will be taking on 1:1 sessions and small groups, as well as supporting whole classes. In general, you will be supporting SEND pupils through the academic, social and emotional elements of school life. You will be expected to promote and secure high standards of teaching and learning, whilst supporting pupil achievement and progression. You will need to actively contribute to SGS Pegasus School vision, aims and objectives. This is a role which involves working very closely with Special Educational Needs students, individually and in groups, to enable them to take the fullest advantage of all that takes place at Pegasus School. You will take a proactive role in ensuring that students have full access to the curriculum, working closely with teachers and other supporting professionals to identify and meet student needs. You will be somebody who is able to build positive relationships with young people so that alongside their academic development, they are well-prepared for life beyond Pegasus School. You will help our students to work well as part of a team, with mutual respect; to understand their own rights and work for the rights of others, and to build the skills necessary for independent study. You should be prepared and have some knowledge of working with children from all age ranges from 4-19. All LSAs at Pegasus may be asked to support with intimate care. We are looking for someone to support a KS3/4 class. Children are typically working at KS2.

Desired Skills & Experience

We're seeking someone who is patient, adaptable and genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND. You will ideally have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism and additional needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A calm, nurturing and positive approach
• Good behaviour management skills with a relational focus
• An understanding of inclusive and personalised learning approaches
• Good organisation and time management skills
• GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) including English and Maths

Desirable criteria

• A Level 3 or SEND-related qualification
• Experience supporting pupils working below age-related expectations
• Experience working with vulnerable or at-risk children
• Experience supporting intimate care
• Knowledge of partnership or community working

Job Details

Further details about the role Learning Support Assistant - KS3/4 4 days - 29.5 hours per week, 8:30am-16:30pm Mon, Wed, Thurs. 8:30am-16:00pm Fri (30 minutes flexible working at the start and end of the day)

Salary and Benefits

Full time equivalent salary: £26,427 - £28,153 per annum. Actual salary for part time, term time only working £18,284 - £19,479 per annum. Permanent. Plus generous pension and sick pay scheme

We offer

• A genuinely inclusive and specialist setting
• Comprehensive induction and support
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• The chance to work alongside experienced SEND professionals
• A warm and collaborative team culture
• Meaningful work where you can see the impact you make every day
• Our students are curious, resilient and full of potential. We are proud to create an environment where individuality is celebrated and every achievement matters.
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to health and wellbeing support services

Our Students

Our students are at the heart of everything we do. They are curious, resilient and full of potential, and we are proud to provide a learning environment where individuality is celebrated and diversity is valued.

Our Students (duplicate)

Our students are at the heart of everything we do. They are curious, resilient and full of potential, and we are proud to provide a learning environment where individuality is celebrated and diversity is valued.