Learning Support Assistant

Inspired Education Group; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Education Group seeks a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join Chepstow House School in London. The successful candidate will create an inclusive environment, collaborating closely with pupils and staff to foster independent learning. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, and a commitment to safeguarding, and will contribute to both academic and extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS and prohibition order clearance required.
• Previous teaching or Learning Support Assistant experience preferred.
• Training on safeguarding and personal welfare is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure child development as an independent learner.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams for the supported child.
• Create individual learning plans in collaboration with teachers.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Empathy

Organizational skills

Education

Enhanced DBS clearance

Teaching or LSA experience

Job description

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Learning Support Assistant

Location:

London, GB

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools in 27 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Chepstow House School is an established 3-form entry, Coed Prep with a nursery attached and outstanding facilities within the Notting Hill Gate area. It is a growing school offering opportunities for staff development and career progression.

Chepstow House School is seeking to appoint a full-time Learning Support Assistant in September2025.

The Learning Support Assistant will work closely with the pupils, Nursery staff, and SENDCo

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that the child has opportunities to develop their skills as an independent learner.
• Facilitate between school and outside agencies working with the child, ensuring there is effective communication and continuity in approach.
• Following the guide of the class teacher to provide a safe and supportive environment for the supported child to learn both individually and in small groups.
• Collaborating with the teacher to createan individual learning plan that provides specific, short-term achievable targets for priority areas of learning.
• Provide kinaesthetic and engaging activities at the child’s level to progress learning.
• Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and implement programmes provided by external therapists
• Liaise with the teacher over the needs for the next day for the support child through the evaluation of that day
• Ensuring that all children are safe in the nursery/playground and never unsupervised, and that they do not leave the nursery/playground without prior permission.
• Ensuring that safety measures are met by closing the exterior doors and gates at the end of the session before sending or escorting children in a quiet and organised manner to class
• To contribute fully to the extracurricular activities and the life of the nursery
• Provide regular movement/sensory breaks

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Have an enhanced DBS and prohibition order clearance
• Previous teaching or LSA experience
• Partake in training on safeguarding, prevent duty and personal welfare
• Be aware of safeguarding policies

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM

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