Learning Support Assistant 1:1 (Milton Keynes)

Blenheim Schools; Milton Keynes; Vor Ort; GBP 19.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Travel Allowance

Zusammenfassung

Akeley Wood Junior School in Milton Keynes is seeking a Learning Support Assistant 1:1 to support children with additional needs within the Early Years team. The role offers a fixed-term contract until August 2027 and term-time only hours, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

You will work under the Inclusion Lead and Class Teachers to provide tailored provision inside and outside the classroom, helping develop academic and social outcomes for pupils.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in an educational setting is preferred.
• Ability to work closely with a teaching team.
• Effective communication with children and families is essential.

Aufgaben

• Support students with additional needs under guidance of the SENCo and teachers.
• Deliver predetermined activities to aid learning and development.
• Assist with social, emotional and academic progress in class and isious areas.
• Promote positive behaviour and follow school policies.

Kenntnisse

Work with children

Communication with teachers

Communication with parents

SEN experience

Jobbeschreibung

Learning Support Assistant 1:1 - Join a nurturing environment where every moment matters

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant 1:1

Location: Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Salary: £22,170 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract: Fixed Term (until August 2027) | Term-Time Only

Akeley Wood Junior School is a warm, vibrant and caring community set within stunning rural surroundings near Buckingham. Our Nursery provides a joyful, stimulating and secure space where children aged 12 months to 4 years can explore, play and learn with confidence.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistant 1:1 to join our Early Years team. We are also open to applications from apprentices, making this a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to begin—or further develop—a rewarding career in early childhood education.

Role Purpose

To support students with additional needs, as directed by the Inclusion Lead and Class Teachers, to enhance progress and raise achievement in any curriculum area both inside and outside the classroom. To work closely with the school Inclusion Lead, Class Teachers and on your own initiative, to prepare and deliver appropriate provision within your teaching team to provide consistent and effective support to improve academic outcomes. To make a valid contribution to the social, academic, moral, physical and emotional development.

Key responsibilities

• To understand and support the specific needs of the student


• Carry out specific needs as outlined in EHCP/Support Plan


• To aid students to learn as effectively as possible


• To carry out specific duties as directed by the SENCo, Inclusion Lead and Class Teacher


• To promote good behaviour, as per the school policy

About You

• Ability to work and communicate with young children


• To be diplomatic and tactful


• Ability to communicate with teachers and parents


• Able to deliver pre-\'planned programmes of work to children


• Ability to deal sensitively with people and resolve conflicts


• Ability to communicate effectively in a verbal and written form to a range of audiences


• Experience of working in an educational environment


• Experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs

Why Join Akeley Wood Junior School?

You’ll join a dedicated, friendly and supportive Early Years team who share a deep commitment to nurturing young children and helping them grow into confident, curious learners.

You will enjoy:

• A caring, highly supportive working environment


• A beautiful, nature-rich setting to enhance learning


• Opportunities for professional development and career progression


• A team culture built on collaboration, creativity and kindness


• Travel Allowance - £1,000.00 per annum payable after probation

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.