Learning Support Assistant

GSL Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to help primary school students in Sheffield reach their full potential. This role involves close collaboration with teachers, providing individualized support, and fostering a positive learning environment. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications, along with an understanding of safeguarding principles.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary school children is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Enhanced DBS registered to the update service is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to students and assist in lesson planning.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor and record student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or childcare

Job description

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Learning Support Assistant (Primary School)

Location: Sheffield

Start: September 2024

Contract: Part-Time/Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

GSL education’s South Yorkshire branch is looking for a dedicated individual to join as Learning Support Assistant in primary schools in Sheffield. This is a great opportunity for making a meaningful impact on young learners' lives.

Job summary:

In your role as a Learning Support Assistant , you will work closely with teachers to give students individualized support to help ensure each child attains his/her full potential. You will play a key role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students as needed.
• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Help manage classroom behavior and maintain a safe and productive learning space.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to the class teacher.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of classroom materials and resources.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent support for all students.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with primary school children is desirable.
• Relevant qualifications in education or childcare are preferred.
• Strong classroom management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• An updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

We welcome applications from applicants who are motivated to take on this rewarding role in education by being a part of the supportive primary school community in Sheffield.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service or completing an application for a new check.