Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Penarth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pension

Refer a friend bonus

Consultant support

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) on a full-time basis to work in a local primary school in Penarth, Wales. The role supports the class teacher in helping pupils learn, engage, and access the national curriculum in a mainstream setting.

You will work with children across all year groups, provide 1:1 support for those with learning difficulties, and assist small groups in reading and writing activities.

Qualifications

• DBS check via update service.
• Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Provide at least 2 references.
• Willing to complete safeguarding and other CPD courses.
• Passion for education and creating a positive learning environment.
• Available full time, Monday to Friday.
• Reliable and consistent staff member.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher with daily routines and activities.
• Work with small groups to support reading and writing.
• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with learning difficulties.
• Foster social and emotional development of young learners.
• Collaborate to plan and deliver engaging lessons and resources.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Uphold school policies and ensure pupil wellbeing and safety.

Skills

Daily routines

Small group work

One-to-one support

Reading and writing support

Education

DBS update service

Education Workforce Council registration

References available

Job description

Welsh Government Approved Agency and Preferred Supplier of Supply Staff for Schools in Wales

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Full Time

• Full time Monday to Friday role with weekends off
• Daily rate of pay £92.56 - £110 per day + additional benefits
• Opportunity to complete a level 2 and level 3 LSA course to become a level 3 qualified Learning Support Assistant
• Refer a friend bonus - £125 each
• Your own personal consultant to help guide you throughout the process & your teaching career
• Auto-enrolment into company pension scheme

Vision for education are looking to employ a learning support assistant on a full-time basis to work in a local primary school in Penarth.

The role of a learning support assistant is to support the class teacher in helping pupils learn, engage and get the most out of their learning in school. You will be based in a mainstream primary school, supporting children of all primary ages to access the national curriculum.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a highly regarded primary school and the opportunity to learn from experienced education professionals.

Requirements

• As part of the learning support assistant role you will need a DBS registered with the update service (support with this process can be provided)
• Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) or willing to register
• Provide at least 2 references
• Willing to complete safeguarding and other CPD courses
• Have a passion for education and desire to create a positive learning environment for children
• Available full time, Monday to Friday
• Reliable and consistent member of staff

Key Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant:

• Assist the class teacher with daily routines and activities, ensuring a safe and stimulating learning environment
• Work with small groups of pupils, offering additional support for reading and writing activities
• Support pupils with learning difficulties on a 1:1 basis
• Foster the development of social and emotional skills in young learners
• Collaborate with the class teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons and learning resources
• Assist with monitoring and recording pupil progress, providing feedback to the class teacher where necessary
• Uphold the school's policies and values, ensuring the well-being and safety of all pupils

Interviews are being held immediately for this post, as the school are looking to appoint as soon as possible.

Hope to hear from you soon!

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