Learning Support Assistant

Unity Education Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support service is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in Thurrock to support students with additional needs. This full-time role involves promoting inclusion and creating a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and must possess strong communication skills. Onsite parking and a supportive school community are offered.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting students with additional needs.
• Prior experience supporting SEND pupils preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in engaging learning activities.
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all students.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil's progress.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Learning Support Assistant – Thurrock

Full-time/Temporary

£110 - £125 per day

Are you a passionate Learning support assistant looking to make a real difference in Education?

We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Learning support assistant to join a supportive and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Thurrock, supporting students with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils, to ensure they are engaged in learning activities
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom
• Act as a role model, setting high expectations of conduct and promoting positive pupil behaviour
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Provide feedback to the classroom teacher on the pupil s progress against lesson plans, the conduct of the lesson and keeping pupil-related records
• Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the school s policies and procedures about health & safety, welfare and wellbeing and safeguarding
• Provide additional support to the teachers in the classrooms
• Establish positive relationships with the pupils in lessons being covered

What We\'re Looking For

• A passion for supporting students with additional needs
• Prior experience supporting SEND pupils would be preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability
• A commitment to inclusion and the values of the school

The School

• Located in Thurrock, with onsite parking available
• Offering an inclusive and supportive community that enriches the educational experience.
• As the new learning support assistant, you will be supported by the leadership team
• Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff

Apply for this Learning support assistant role or contact Unity Education on (phone number removed).