Learning Support Assistant

ROEDEAN SCHOOL; Roedean; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ROEDEAN SCHOOL is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help pupils access the curriculum and participate fully in school life. The role focuses on developing independence, confidence and self-advocacy among learners.

You will work with individuals and small groups in close partnership with teaching staff and the Learning Support team to promote inclusive education and pupil progress.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• A qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, SEND or related field would be advantageous.
• Dedicated to removing barriers to learning while promoting pupil autonomy, confidence and self-advocacy.

Responsibilities

• The postholder will support pupils in accessing the curriculum, participating fully in school life and developing increasing independence, confidence and self-advocacy as learners.
• The role will involve supporting individual pupils and small groups in collaboration with teaching staff and the wider Learning Support team.

Skills

Pupil support

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Supporting Teaching and Learning / Education / SEND qualification (advantage)

Job description

The Learning Support Assistant is an integral member of the Learning Support team, working closely with pupils who have additional learning needs and/or SEND. The postholder will support pupils in accessing the curriculum, participating fully in school life and developing increasing independence, confidence and self-advocacy as learners. The role will involve supporting individual pupils and small groups in collaboration with teaching staff and the wider Learning Support team.

The successful candidate will hold GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. A qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, SEND or a related field would be advantageous. We are looking for someone who is dedicated to removing barriers to learning while promoting pupil autonomy, confidence and self-advocacy.