Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support to students with additional learning needs. This role involves working closely with students, assisting them in their learning activities, and creating an inclusive environment. You will collaborate with teaching staff to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. This temporary position offers the potential for a permanent role in a nurturing educational setting, where your contributions will make a significant impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Potential for permanent position

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with additional learning needs.
• Knowledge of special educational needs and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist students on a 1-1 basis with learning activities.
• Support students with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

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Learning Support Assistant, Haywards Heath

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

School Location: Hassocks

Job Type: Temporary, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry: Education

Job Description

The Learning Support Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting students with additional learning needs within the education setting. The main duties include:

Job Duties:

• Assisting students on a 1-1 basis with their learning activities under the guidance of the teaching staff
• Providing one-to-one support to students who require additional help
• Helping to create and maintain a supportive and inclusive learning environment
• Assisting with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Supporting students with emotional and behavioural difficulties
• Assisting with the monitoring of student progress and reporting back to teaching staff
• Attending Training days and sessions set up by school

Required Qualifications:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Relevant experience working with individuals with additional learning needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Previous experience in a similar role within an educational setting
• Knowledge of special educational needs and disabilities
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Ability to adapt support strategies to meet the individual needs of students

Preferred Qualifications:

• First Aid training
• Mental Health Awareness training

Driving is desirable however the school does sits on a bus route.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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