Learning Support Assistant

The Grove; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Greater London is seeking a motivated Learning Support Assistant to join their expanding team. The role involves supporting pupils with diverse learning needs, including those on the autistic spectrum. Successful candidates will be part of a strong community committed to staff development and will aid in promoting an inclusive learning environment. The position provides opportunities for career progression and further training, making it an exciting opportunity for dedicated individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with additional needs, particularly autism.
• Flexible and proactive in supporting pupils.
• Ability to communicate effectively with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a daily basis.
• Assist small learning groups.
• Work collaboratively to support learning needs.

Skills

Experience with pupils with additional needs including autism

Flexible and proactive approach

Good communication skills

Understanding of child development

Commitment to safeguarding children

Education

Completion or readiness to complete the LSA induction programme

Job description

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant who wants to be part of our vision and join our expanding team. Staff may work across the school within our primary department or one of our two secondary departments which cater for pupils who are working at early pre-key stage standards through to those working at Entry Levels and GCSE. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated staff who have an outstanding track record and are ready for an exciting new challenge. We are a strong learning community that strives to make what we offer to our staff, pupils and families the best it can be. If you share these values, then we want you to join our team! We are committed to the development of our staff and provide a pathway for career progression such as training towards scale 5 posts, HLTA posts, our aspiring teacher programme and routes into the teacher training apprenticeship. The successful candidates will make an important contribution to the school ethos. Their role will include supporting pupils on a daily basis, supporting small learning groups, working with staff to ensure an inclusive approach and working collaboratively to support the learning needs of pupils on the autistic spectrum.

• Some experience of working with pupils with additional needs including autism
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting pupils
• Ability to communicate well with pupils, teachers and adults
• Completion, or the readiness to complete, the LSA induction programme
• Some understanding of the issues relating to child development and inclusion
• A commitment to safeguarding children.