Learning Support Assistant

Ford End Church of England Primary School; Hartford End; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused primary school in Hartford End is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with specific learning needs. The role involves working collaboratively with teachers and helping to create a stimulating learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess a compassionate attitude, effective planning skills, and a desire to help all pupils succeed. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Must understand specific learning needs and styles to support pupils effectively.
• Effective planning and multi-tasking skills required.
• Desire to ensure all pupils succeed is essential.

Responsibilities

• Understand and support pupils with specific learning needs.
• Plan effectively to facilitate multi-tasking.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the school.

Skills

Understanding of specific learning needs

Effective planning skills

Desire to help pupils succeed

Compassionate attitude

Clear communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Overview

The Learning Support Assistant (LSA) is one member of a team of professionals that will include teachers and other teaching assistants. The team works together to care for and educate the pupils in the school. The LSA makes a specific contribution to their specific subject area and / or curriculum contribution to the school teaching and learning programme. This also incorporates a Midday Assistant role where you will take care and control of all the children on the school premises during the lunch break between the morning and afternoon teaching sessions.

Responsibilities

• Have an understanding of specific learning needs and styles to differentiate support to pupils
• Have the ability to plan effectively to enable multi-tasking
• Have a desire to help all pupils succeed
• Have compassion towards the needs of the pupils.
• Have the ability to exchange verbal information clearly and sensitively with pupils and adults
• Have the ability to work with a range of colleagues
• Work collaboratively across the school

The successful candidate will be part of a positive environment, with dedicated and supportive colleagues who strive for excellence. In return you will be working with friendly colleagues in a stimulating and welcoming learning environment.

Our Purpose is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish' and at LIFE Education Trust we work collaboratively to ensure that everything we do can positively impact the lives of our pupils and employees. To accomplish our purpose, we use our 3 core beliefs: 'Courageous Optimism', 'Boundless Creativity' & 'Heartfelt Compassion'. We believe in helping colleagues and pupils achieve their personal best and we strive to recruit first class talent for our Trust. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for providing excellent learning environments, making our schools the best they can be and having a positive impact in the community. You will be joining an organisation that can offer you many opportunities to progress and make a real difference.