Learning Support Assistant

Woodcote High School; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodcote High School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help pupils access learning, make progress and reach their potential. You will work closely with teachers and the SEND team to provide high-quality support to individuals, small groups and whole classes.

You will contribute to an inclusive learning environment, reinforce teaching, promote pupil independence and support behaviour, wellbeing and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessment activities
• Maintain accurate pupil records
• Supervise pupils during transitions and unstructured times
• Undertake administrative tasks to support teaching and learning
• Support behaviour and wellbeing and safeguarding procedures

Job description

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, make progress, and achieve their potential. Working closely with teachers and the SEND team, you will provide high-quality support to individuals, small groups, and whole classes, adapting your approach to meet a range of learning needs.

This is a flexible role, with deployment across different classes, year groups, and settings according to the academy's needs. You will help create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment by reinforcing teaching, promoting pupil independence, supporting behaviour and wellbeing, and contributing to the implementation of individual support plans.

Alongside classroom support, you will assist with assessment activities, maintain accurate records, supervise pupils during transitions and unstructured times, and undertake administrative tasks that support teaching and learning. As a positive role model, you will uphold the values of The Collegiate Trust, engage in ongoing professional development, and maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare at all times