Learning Support Assistant

Aspire People; Watford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency in Watford is seeking a motivated Learning Support Assistant to support special needs students in a friendly school environment. Key responsibilities include assisting teachers with specialized activities, supporting pupils on therapy programs, and supervising students throughout the day. Ideal candidates will possess a warm nature and a calm demeanor. Experience with learning difficulties is a plus, but extensive training will be provided. This role promotes a healthy and safe environment for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils who have learning difficulties is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist class teacher in planning and delivering specialized learning activities.
• Support pupils with therapy or care programs.
• Supervise pupils throughout the school day.

Skills

Enthusiastic and motivated

Warm and friendly nature

Calm and patient approach

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and friendly team at one of our SEN schools located in Bushey - for pupils with physical and neurological impairments. You will support our special needs students' learning in the classroom throughout the school day.

The role

• Helping the class teacher to plan, deliver and evaluate specialist learning activities
• Working with pupils on therapy or care programmes, designed and supervised by a therapist/care professional
• Supervising individuals and groups of pupils throughout the day, including in the classroom, playground and dining areas.
• Attending to pupils' personal needs, as well as help with social, welfare and health matters to maintain and provide healthy and safe school environment.
• A warm and friendly nature and a calm and patient approach are important.
• Experience of working with pupils who have learning difficulties would be an advantage but is not essential as we offer extensive training.

The hours for this role are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8.30am-3.15pm, Thursday 8.30am-4.30pm (additional hour for staff training)

If you are interested, please apply today!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.