Learning Support Assistant

Burnham Grammar School; Burnham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnham Grammar School seeks a caring, enthusiastic and proactive person to provide support to students with special educational needs. The role involves classroom support, requiring empathy and excellent communication within a friendly team.

Experience in a school environment is preferred; experience with autistic students would be advantageous. GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school environment is preferred.
• Ability to empathise with students and understand their needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with special educational needs in the classroom.
• Work as part of a friendly and supportive team to assist delivery of lessons.

Skills

Empathy

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C/4 or above)

Job description

We want from you:

We are seeking to appoint a caring; enthusiastic and pro-active person to provide support to a number of students with special educational needs.

The role will involve classroom support. The ability to empathise with students and understand their needs is essential. This is a busy and varied role; the ideal person will have excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a friendly and supportive team.

Candidates should have experience of working in a school environment; experience with autistic students would be advantageous. Grade C/level 4 or above in GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths is essential.