Learning Support Assistant

Chiltern; Chesham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Chesham is seeking a motivated individual to join its team. The role involves collaborating with educators to enhance learning for children with special educational needs. Benefits include free onsite parking, tailored professional development, and clear career progression paths. The ideal candidate should show enthusiasm and dedication to fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute substantially to the Academy's mission while advancing one’s own career goals.

Benefits

Free Parking on Site

Bespoke CPD Opportunities

Enhanced PPA Time

Subscription to The National College

Leadership Development Opportunities

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Collaborate with teaching staff to enhance instructional quality.
• Deliver educational activities and adjust based on student needs.
• Aid students in achieving expected progress levels.
• Support teachers where literacy skills hinder advancement.
• Customize teaching materials to meet student needs.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, energy, resilience, and perseverance.

Job description

Chiltern Hills seeks a skilled, self‑motivating, innovative, and driven individual, possibly a candidate interested in advancing their career in the field of education. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about fostering learning in children with SEN and disabilities.

This position presents an opportunity for the successful applicant to face a challenging yet gratifying role that will assist in achieving personal career objectives and ambitions, while also allowing them to significantly contribute to the Academy's progress and advancement.

If you are interested in becoming part of an academy that values professional growth and self‑reflection, we encourage you to apply.

The right candidate should:

• Collaborate with teaching staff to enhance the quality of initial instruction, provide support to individuals, small groups, and entire classes as necessary.
• Deliver educational activities to students under an established supervision framework, making adjustments based on student reactions and requirements.
• Aid in students' learning process to ensure they achieve at least the expected level of progress.
• Support teachers in classrooms where students' literacy skills pose a hindrance to their advancement.
• Customize existing literacy or numeracy teaching materials to suit the specific needs of individual students or student groups.
• Demonstrate high levels of enthusiasm, energy, resilience, and perseverance.
• Embrace and embody the values and principles of Chiltern Hills Academy.

Free Parking on Site

Forget the daily struggle for a parking spot. Our onsite parking is free, ample, and exclusively available to our staff, ensuring you have a hassle‑free start to your day.

Bespoke CPD Opportunities

We understand that professional growth is paramount. That's why we offer tailored Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, propelling your career forward.

Enhanced PPA Time

This extra time allows you to focus on creating impactful learning experiences without the rush.

Subscription to The National College

This resource provides access to a wealth of courses and webinars, keeping you informed and inspired.

Leadership Development Opportunities

We support your ambitions with development programs that prepare and qualify you for leadership roles within our academy and beyond.

Career Progression

We believe in recognizing and nurturing talent. Progression opportunities within the academy are abundant for the right candidate, with clear pathways to advance your career in education.

Join us and be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

Chiltern Hills is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this role will include a full safer recruitment process.