Learning Support Assistant

Clarus Education; London; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant to join a vibrant special school. This role is perfect for individuals who are energetic, creative, and committed to fostering a love for learning among children with special needs. You will be part of a supportive environment that prioritizes professional development and collaborative partnerships among staff, pupils, and parents. If you have a heart for teaching and a dedication to safeguarding children's welfare, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a forward-thinking educational setting.

Benefits

High quality professional development opportunities

Well-resourced classrooms

Calm and purposeful learning environments

Qualifications

• Experience in working with or caring for children with special needs is essential.
• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning and development of children in a special school setting.
• Work in partnership with teachers to manage behavior positively.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Numeracy skills

Commitment to continuous learning

Education

Experience working with children with special needs

Understanding of child development

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Learning Support Assistant
Brent
£23,548.82 per annum inclusive of SEN Allowance
ASAP Start
Full time / permanent

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant and welcoming special school at the School. Interested candidates must share our motto: ‘Love, Learn, Laugh.’

We are looking for:

1. Positive, energetic and creative learning support assistants with a love of teaching and learning;
2. Applicants who have a keen interest in special needs;
3. People who are able to work in partnership with their class teacher;
4. Learning Support Assistants who have experience in positively managing behaviour;

We can offer you:

1. Well-resourced classrooms;
2. High quality professional development opportunities;
3. Calm and purposeful learning environments;
4. Excellent partnerships between pupils, staff and parents;
5. A forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning throughout the school.

Experience:

1. Previous successful experience in working with or caring for children with special needs;
2. Experience in the care and education of children who are chronologically or developmentally younger than the chronological age;
3. Experience of observing, monitoring and evaluating children’s progress.

Knowledge:

1. Alternative communication systems i.e. PECs, Makaton;
2. Understanding of basic learning strategies (basic English and Maths should be of a good standard);
3. Understanding of key principles of child development and learning;
4. Good knowledge of child protection and Health and Safety procedures.

Skills:

1. Evidence of commitment to continuous learning within a learning environment;
2. Verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the need to communicate effectively with a wide range of pupils, teachers/carers;
3. Numeracy skills appropriate to the learning levels of the target pupil groups.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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