Learning Support Assistant

Randstad NV; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public transport access

Welcome bonus

Pay reviews 6m

Networking events

Free training

Large classrooms

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school that serves severe and complex SEN needs. The role involves supporting children on 1:1, small group, and whole-class bases, contributing to the overall well-being and life-skills development of pupils in a nurturing environment.

It is a full-time, permanent, term-time-only position, with hours 8:30-4:30, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children 1:1 or in small groups.
• English and Maths GCSE or equivalent required.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of engaging and interactive lessons and learning activities.
• Communicating with teachers about pupil progress and participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole-school training events.

Skills

1:1 support

Classroom support

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

'This school has been a godsend, it has changed the life of my son. The team welcomed my son with open arms and tailored his learning to his specific needs. He has achieved the unachievable and in such a short period of time' This is a statement from a parent of the school and goes to demonstrate the positive impact this school has in the local community. This school is number 1 in the local catchment and is over subscribed year on year. This is a specialist school that offers both primary and secondary provisions. The site currently supports 110 pupils with the view to growing in January 2028. This setting is an independent specialist school that supports severe and complex needs SEN needs.

This school is currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join the team. In this role you're offered the opportunity to train and progress in a supportive working environment. Your role will entail supporting children on a 1:1, small group and whole class basis. You're supporting the 'whole child' so in addition to supporting their education you're also integral in ensuring their well Being, building their confidence, developing life skills and encouraging socialisation.

This role is required on a full time permanent basis and is a term time only role. Applicants will be expected to work Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30pm.

• Accessible Public transport links
• Welcome bonus/6 month pay reviews
• School networking events/ social events
• Free training and qualifications
• Brilliant resources and spacious classrooms/grounds
• Career progression opportunities

All applicants for this position must have the following requirements to be considered:

• Relevant SEN experience (desirable)
• Previous experience working or volunteering with children or young adults (desirable)
• English and Maths GCSE or equivalent
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the delivery of engaging and interactive lessons and learning activities
• Communicating with teachers over pupils' progress and participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole school training events

This role is open to receiving applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the final stage of the interview process with appropriate school leadership.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child safety standards and UK eligibility checks.

If you have any questions please call Bryony on 01293 527416.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

communication