Learning support assistant

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in the Isleworth area. This temporary role involves providing essential support to students with learning disabilities, facilitating their access to the curriculum, and ensuring their well-being. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational environments and a willingness to assist with personal care. An Enhanced DBS and the right to work in the UK are required. Apply today, and a consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with learning disabilities, such as autism.
• Willingness to provide personal care and hoisting support.
• Available to interview immediately.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and communication support to students.
• Work with individual students and small groups.
• Monitor student progress and maintain records.
• Assist with intimate care and personal needs.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with learning disabilities

Experience working within an educational environment

Personal care and hoisting support experience

Right to Work in the UK

Enhanced Adult & Child DBS

Job description

Are you interested in Learning Support Assistant roles in the Isleworth area?

Morgan Hunt is pleased to announce that we are working with several Colleges and Sixth Forms in and around Isleworth on a preferred supplier basis. Together, we are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant – apply today!

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Job Type: Temporary

Location: Isleworth

Industry: Education

Length of Contract: Temporary - Ongoing

Key Responsibilities

• To provide physical and communication support using methods appropriate to the individual needs of the student
• To provide communication support to enable full access to the curriculum and extra‑curricular activities (e.g. lessons, assemblies, parents' evenings, reviews, and visits)
• To work with individual students and small groups with additional needs under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO
• To help plan and organise learning activities for supported students
• To provide support that facilitates cognitive development by removing barriers to learning
• To ensure the physical welfare of students and assist with physical needs as agreed, including personal care for male students
• To support students with moving and handling, including hoisting, where required
• To assist with intimate care, such as toileting and changing, in a professional and respectful manner
• Under the guidance of the SENCO, contribute to setting and reviewing individual targets, attend review meetings, and contribute to written reports
• To monitor student progress, maintain accurate written records in line with Academy systems, and provide feedback to teaching staff

Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting young people with learning disabilities (e.g. autism, ADHD, complex needs)
• Experience working within an educational environment providing academic and/or personal care support
• Experience with or willingness to provide personal care and hoisting support, including moving and handling
• Available to interview immediately
• Right to Work in the UK and an Enhanced Adult & Child DBS dated within the last 3 months or registered on the update service

If you are interested in working as a Learning Support Assistant in the Isleworth area, please apply to this advert with your CV today and a consultant will be in touch.

Morgan Hunt is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.