Learning Support Assistant

Langford Budville Church of England Primary School; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Langford Budville Church of England Primary School is seeking compassionate, creative and adaptable individuals who are passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. The role involves building strong, positive relationships with pupils, contributing to inclusive education and supporting pupils with SEND in a small village school community.

A calm, nurturing approach and a willingness to learn will help you thrive in this supportive

Qualifications

• Experience working with children within a school, childcare or similar setting.
• A good understanding of child development and positive behaviour support.
• An interest in inclusive education and supporting pupils with SEND.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to support learning both within the classroom and through small group or individual interventions.
• A calm, nurturing and encouraging approach.
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• An appreciation of the opportunities and rewards of working within a small village school community.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Inclusive education

Team player

Job description

We’re looking for compassionate, creative and adaptable individuals who are:

• Passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally
• Caring, patient and able to build strong, positive relationships with children
• Committed to inclusive practice and supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEND
• Enthusiastic, motivated and committed to helping children thrive
• Flexible, adaptable and willing to contribute to all aspects of school life
• Able to work effectively as part of a team while also showing initiative
• Positive, reflective and committed to ongoing professional development
• Supportive of the school’s values, ethos and wider Federation vision

This role will suit you if you have:

• Experience working with children within a school, childcare or similar setting
• A good understanding of child development and positive behaviour support
• An interest in inclusive education and supporting pupils with SEND
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to support learning both within the classroom and through small group or individual interventions
• A calm, nurturing and encouraging approach
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally
• An appreciation of the opportunities and rewards of working within a small village school community