Learning Support Assistant

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery; Colchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery in Colchester is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our Reception class. You will support pupils with a kind, patient approach and assist with the delivery of inclusive teaching in a calm, safe environment.

The successful candidate will be empathetic, able to form positive relationships with children and colleagues, and supportive of trauma-informed practice and SEN strategies as directed by the class teacher and SENCo.

Qualifications

• Experience as Learning Support Assistant in a Reception/early years setting.
• Ability to support inclusive teaching and differentiate for learners with SEN.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches in a classroom context.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and collaborate with staff.
• Good communication with colleagues, pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the Reception class with their learning and development.
• Build positive relationships with children and staff.
• Assist with implementing SEN strategies under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo.
• Maintain a calm, supportive classroom environment and help manage challenging situations.
• Contribute to the school's vision, ethos and values.

Skills

Empathy

Relationship building

SEN support

Teamwork

Trauma-informed practice

Communication with SENCo

Vision and ethos alignment

Humour

Job description

We are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our Reception class.

The successful candidate will:

• have a high level of empathy and compassion;
• have the ability to form positive relationships with colleagues and children;
• feel confident in supporting good SEN practice in the classroom;
• remain calm in challenging situations and work closely as part of a team;
• have an understanding of trauma informed practice;
• liaise with and report to the class teacher and SENCo;
• support the schools' vision, ethos and values;
• have a good sense of humour!