Learning Support Assistant

The Latymer School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Latymer School is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to join our small, supportive Learning Support Department. You will work under the SENCo and alongside teaching staff to help students with additional learning needs overcome barriers to learning and participate in mainstream lessons.

You will assist in class, through one-to-one or small-group interventions, helping pupils develop confidence, organisation and independent study skills, and promote their social and emotional

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting young people in education.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with students and staff.
• Experience in SEN or supporting learners with additional needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs within mainstream lessons.
• Provide in-class, one-to-one or small-group interventions.
• Contribute to students' confidence, organisation and independent learning skills.
• Support social and emotional wellbeing of students throughout the school day.

Skills

Empathy for students

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our small and supportive Learning Support Department. Working under the guidance of the SENCo and alongside the existing Learning Support Assistant and teaching staff, you will play an important role in supporting students with additional learning needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and make the most of their education.

You will be joining The Latymer School at an exciting time as we work towards completing the build of our new modern and impressive Library and Learning Resource Centre. Moreover, as we enter our 402nd year, we are extremely proud of our history and tradition, whilst also seeking to continue to modernise and ensure every aspect of our school prepares our young people well for life in modern Britain.

The Learning Support Department works with students across the school, providing support tailored to their individual needs. Our approach focuses on helping students develop their confidence, organisation and independence, supporting their social and emotional wellbeing and ensuring they can access and participate in mainstream lessons. Support may take place in the classroom, through individual or small-group interventions, or at other times during the school day.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and wants to make a positive difference to their school experience. You will work closely with the SENCo, the other Learning Support Assistant and teaching staff, building supportive relationships with students and helping them develop the skills and confidence to become more independent learners.

A further detailed job description and person specification is attached in the candidate pack.

Further details about The Latymer School can be found on the school website (www.latymer.co.uk): The Latymer School - Join our team. If, after reading the information, you are interested in joining us please create an account at MyNewTermand submit your application.

The school provides a range of well-being activities and facilities including good transport links, free parking, a cycle to work scheme, use of the fitness suite, Pilates at an affordable cost and massages by a qualified masseuse. We also run a number of national and international trips and have our own residential centre in a beautiful part of North Wales, which staff can also use. We value our staff and recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance

If you would like to join our friendly and supportive school community and make a positive contribution to the lives of our students, we would be delighted to hear from you

The Latymer School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory ‘Enhanced with a Barred List Check’ through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

As part of our selection and appointment process, and in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we are required to conduct online searches on all candidates in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online. By submitting and signing your application, you acknowledge that such searches will be conducted as part of the selection and appointment process.

The Latymer School is an equal opportunities employer.