Learning Support Assistant

Education First Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Full-time and part-time positions

Access to mainstream and specialist {0

Job summary

Education First Recruitment is seeking passionate Learning Support Assistants (LSA), Teaching Assistants (TA) or SEN Teaching Assistants for roles across London starting in September. You will support pupils to overcome barriers to learning in mainstream and SEND settings.

Roles include 1:1, small-group and classroom support, with pupils who have autism, ADHD, SEMH and speech and language needs. We welcome experienced LSAs and those entering education, with excellent rates and varied

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly with SEND.
• Experience as a Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant or related roles is highly relevant.
• Patience and resilience are important to support pupils' learning and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Supporting children with SEND and additional needs
• Helping pupils access the curriculum through differentiated activities
• Developing positive relationships with pupils
• Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
• Implementing individual learning plans and EHCP strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Job description

Are you a passionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Teaching Assistant (TA) or SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in education?

We are working with a range of excellent mainstream schools, SEND schools, specialist provisions and alternative settings across London who are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic support staff to join their teams from September.

Whether you are an experienced LSA or looking to take your first steps into education, we have opportunities to suit a range of experience levels.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

Depending on the setting, you could be supporting pupils with:

• Autism / ASD
• ADHD
• SEMH and behavioural needs
• Speech and language difficulties
• Complex learning needs
• Moderate or severe learning difficulties
• Physical and sensory needs
• EHCPs and additional learning needs

You may work on a 1:1 basis, within small groups or as part of a classroom support team, helping pupils academically, socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Supporting children with SEND and additional needs
• Helping pupils access the curriculum through differentiated activities
• Developing positive relationships with pupils
• Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
• Implementing individual learning plans and EHCP strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement
• Creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from candidates who have experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEND.

Experience as any of the following would be highly relevant:

• Learning Support Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Teaching Assistant
• Behaviour Mentor
• 1:1 Support Assistant
• LSA
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Experience working with autism, ADHD, SEMH, challenging behaviour or complex needs is desirable but not essential.

Most importantly, you will need to be patient, resilient, caring and passionate about helping children succeed.

Why Work With Us?

As an education and SEND-focused recruitment specialist, we don't just send your CV to schools and hope for the best.

We take the time to understand your experience, strengths and career goals before matching you with suitable opportunities.

We can offer:

• Excellent daily rates
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Full-time and part-time positions
• Access to mainstream and specialist SEND settings