Learning Support Assistant – 35h/39w, Training & Growth

North Star; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

North Star is seeking two Learning Support Assistants to support the class teacher in groups or one-to-one with pupils. You will help with core reading and phonics, assist with extra-curricular activities, and communicate with a range of stakeholders in a structured, supportive environment.

These fixed-term roles require 35 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a salary between £24,836 and £26,509 per annum.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of primary and/or secondary curriculum.
• Experience in learning/childcare setting required.
• Ability to support reading and phonics for early readers.
• Support our extra-curricular activities programme.
• Flexible, adaptable and positive attitude in a structured environment.
• Effective communication with a range of stakeholders.
• Empathy, listening, and responding to unexpressed needs.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the class teacher in groups or individually.
• Assist with reading and phonics for early readers.
• Support the school's extra-curricular activities.
• Communicate with stakeholders and work with the team.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Reading support

Phonics support

Extra-curricular support

Stakeholder communication

Empathy

Flexible attitude

Training willingness

Education

Experience in childcare

Job description

North Star is seeking two Learning Support Assistants to support the class teacher in groups or one-to-one with pupils. You will help with core reading and phonics, assist with extra-curricular activities, and communicate with a range of stakeholders in a structured, supportive environment.

These fixed-term roles require 35 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a salary between £24,836 and £26,509 per annum.