Learning Support Assistant

King's Academy Northern Parade (Infant); Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

King’s Academy Northern Parade (Infant) is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to help every pupil access learning, develop confidence and thrive. You will work closely with teachers and the school team to support pupils in the classroom and provide targeted 1:1 or small-group help, promoting inclusion and a positive sense of belonging.

We value patience, adaptability and a strong commitment to equity.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or supporting children with SEND is an advantage, but not essential.
• We value the right mindset, attitude and passion for helping children succeed.
• Strong, respectful relationships are the foundation of learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the classroom alongside the class teacher.
• Provide 1:1 support to children with additional needs.
• Work with small groups to boost learning, confidence and independence.
• Help build positive relationships and a strong sense of belonging.
• Support children to overcome barriers to learning and participate fully in school life.
• Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Join Our Inclusive School Community

Are you passionate about helping children feel valued, included and able to achieve their very best? If you are caring, patient and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

At King’s Academy Northern Parade, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every child has the right to an education and that every pupil should feel safe, valued, respected and supported to reach their full potential.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our team and help ensure that all of our children can access learning, develop confidence and thrive.

About the Role

As an LSA, you will play a key role in helping all children access learning and thrive. Working alongside our dedicated teachers and wider school team, you will:

• Support pupils within the classroom alongside the class teacher.


• Provide 1:1 support to children with additional needs.


• Work with small groups to boost learning, confidence and independence.


• Help build positive relationships and a strong sense of belonging.


• Support children to overcome barriers to learning and participate fully in school life.


• Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

You’ll be an important part of our school community, helping children to develop not only academically, but also socially and emotionally.

About You

We are proud to be a relational practice school. We understand that strong, respectful relationships are the foundation of learning and development. We are therefore looking for someone who:

• Is patient, caring and adaptable.


• Has high expectations for all learners.


• Is committed to inclusion and equity.


• Uses relational practice to support children.


• Is a strong team player with excellent communication skills.


• Can build trusting, positive relationships with children and adults.


• Is committed to putting pupils first and helping every child feel that they belong.

Experience in a similar role or supporting children with SEND is an advantage, but not essential. We value the right mindset, attitude and passion for helping children succeed above all else.

Our Values

As part of our team, you will demonstrate the Trust values of Honesty, Faith and Courage.

You will model professionalism, compassion and integrity in everything you do, while having the courage to advocate for our pupils and ensure their needs remain at the heart of our work.

Why Join Us?

At King’s Academy Northern Parade, you will be joining a school where every child matters and every adult has a role to play in helping them flourish.

If you are someone who believes in the power of inclusion, understands the importance of positive relationships and wants to make a genuine difference to children's lives every day, we would love to hear from you.

Come and join our team and help us ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, belong and thrive.