Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; East Oakley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pension scheme

£50 referral bonus

Temp to perm hire period

Professional development

Dedicated onboarding consultant

Ongoing support from TeachingPersonnel

Meaningful impact on students' lives

Long term and permanent vacancies

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. are seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant for a primary school in Andover. You will support KS1 and KS2 students with additional needs, on a full-time temporary contract with the view to go permanent for the right candidate.

The role requires an enhanced DBS, references, up-to-date CV and proof of ID/address. Experience in SEN and strong behaviour management are desirable to help pupils progress.

Qualifications

• Recent successful experience as a Learning Support Assistant in a primary setting or with SEN children.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Ability to plan and evaluate pupil progress and work with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support KS1 and KS2 students with additional needs in a primary school.
• Assist teachers with assessment for learning and feedback to pupils.
• Maintain positive behaviour and provide a supportive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

LSA experience

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Emotional intelligence

Initiative & planning

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C+)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Full time

Temporary

Primary school based in Andover

£92.63 a day

Start date: ASAP/October

We are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join a dedicated Primary School based in Andover to work on a full time, temporary basis with the view to go permanent for the right individual. You will be supporting KS1 and KS2 students with additional needs so experience in SEN is desired for this role.

Requirements:

• An enhanced child only DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one.
• Contact references covering the last 24 months.
• An up-to-date CV outlining career history.
• Proof of ID and two proofs of address.

The successful candidate will have:

• Recent successful experience as an LSA within a primary setting or working with SEN children.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) grade C or above.
• A clear understanding of assessment for learning in order to feedback and respond effectively to pupil learning.
• Excellent positive behaviour management skills.
• A positive attitude and be flexible to the demands of the role and the needs of the school.
• The skills to work independently and with initiative.
• The ability to plan and evaluate pupils' progress.
• Acute self-awareness, emotional intelligence and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and confidentiality

Teaching Personnel Benefits:

• Full pension scheme and contributions.
• £50 referral bonus scheme.
• Temp to perm hire period.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Dedicated consultant to guide you through the onboarding.
• Ongoing support and guidance from Teaching Personnel's dedicated team.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and education.
• Long term and permanent vacancies available.

If you are seeking a new position within a vibrant and engaging school, we would love to hear from you!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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