Learning Support Assistant

Academics; Stafford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay included

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work across Stafford, Rugeley and Cannock for the new academic year, on a daily/short-term or long-term basis through a trusted supply agency.

You will support pupils with diverse needs, including EHCPs, Speech and Language, ADHD, Autism and SEMH, collaborate with teachers, and use your initiative to enhance learning outcomes while maintaining safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in primary age range.
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification (desirable).
• Passion for SEN and pupil development.
• At least one year SEND experience in primary age range.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with varying needs including SEND and EHCPs.
• Work alongside class teachers to enhance teaching and learning.
• Build relationships with staff, external professionals and students.
• Follow own initiative while receiving direction and guidance.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Strong relationships

Initiative

Motivated by SEN

Education

NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Stafford/Rugeley/Cannock - Full Time - Start Date: Opportunities available ASAP

Calling all Learning Support Assistant's

We are currently recruiting to appoint a SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a range of our partner primary schools for the new academic year on either a daily/short-term or long-term basis working through a trusted supply agency. This role is vital to our schools and involves supporting a vast range of children with varying needs including working alongside children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP's). We are particularly interested in candidates who have a background in supporting children with Speech and Language, ADHD, Autism and SEMH.

You will be working directly alongside class teachers and as a Learning Support Assistant you'll be encouraged to "follow your own lead" using your own initiative and skills to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for the children.

The Role includes:

• Having a calm, patient and proactive approach in order to support a range of pupils with varying needs.
• Have the ability to build effective relationships with multiple staff members, external professionals and most importantly the students.
• The ability to relate in a firm and friendly way with a wide range of personalities.
• Using your own initiative alongside being willing to undertake direction and guidance.
• Being motivated to work with children with special educational needs and to motivate and inspire.

What we are looking for:

• An experienced Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant who shares a passion and drive for supporting pupils across the primary age range.
• Holds NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or above).
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification (desirable).
• Has a genuine passion and interest in supporting pupils' academic and personal development.
• At least one year experience working with SEND children in the primary age range.
• You will be working on a temporary basis through a supply agency.

Pay: £93 - £110 a day (dependent on experience) holiday pay is included in the day rate.

Academics is committed to safe recruitment practices, as well as safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people. All applicants are expected to uphold this commitment. Placements are subject to safeguarding and child protection checks in accordance with DfE policies, including verification of the right to work, employment references, and an enhanced DBS check.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.