Learning Support Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Doncaster is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support the class teacher and pupils, with a clear focus on pupils with SEND and those with EHC Plans. The post involves delivering individual targets in collaboration with the SENDCO and Inclusion manager.

The role is term-time only, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. An enhanced DBS and the right to work in the UK are required, and visa sponsorship is not available; the school values staff

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils' learning in a school setting.
• Experience with SEND and EHC Plans is preferred.
• DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and pupils in lessons.
• Work with individual pupils on set targets and review them.
• Collaborate with the SENDCO and Inclusion manager on EHC Plans.
• Support pupils with changing, medical or personal hygiene needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Professional conduct

Hardworking

Flexible

Passion for learning

Hygiene support

Job description

A Learning Support Assistant post at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, supporting the class teacher and pupils. The work centres on helping pupils with SEND, including those with EHC Plans, and delivering individual targets with the SENDCO and Inclusion manager. The post is term-time only, 32.5 hours across Monday to Friday, in a Catholic school that places weight on staff training and wellbeing. An enhanced DBS and right to work in the UK are required, as visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Supporting the class teacher and pupils in lessons
• Working with individual pupils on set targets, and helping to review and implement them
• Working with the SENDCO and Inclusion manager on pupils with EHC Plans
• Supporting pupils with changing, medical or personal hygiene needs

Experience

• Relevant experience supporting pupils' learning

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with parents and other stakeholders
• Patience and understanding with pupils with SEND
• Professional conduct at all times
• Hardworking, patient and flexible approach
• Passion for learning and the ability to inspire others
• Willingness to support changing, medical or personal hygiene needs

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Other

• Support for the school's Catholic ethos, vision and values
• Willingness to undertake training to support pupils

What’s offered

• Professional development
• Wellbeing support
• Opportunities for career progression