Learning Support Assistant - ASAP Start

Education Matters Group; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 165,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Matters Group is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a college in Loughton, Essex, to support learners with their learning, development and daily access to education. You will work closely with teaching staff providing 1:1 and small-group support to help learners access lessons, build confidence and become more independent.

Candidates should have previous LSA/Teaching Assistant experience, experience supporting learners with SEND/additional needs, and a caring, patient

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an LSA/Teaching Assistant within a school or college.
• Experience supporting learners with SEND/additional needs.
• Caring, patient and encouraging approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners.
• Help learners access lessons, develop confidence and become more independent.
• Support learners with SEND/additional needs and classroom participation.
• Assist with behaviour and emotional wellbeing to create a positive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

SEND / additional needs

Caring, patient approach

Job description

Learning Support Assistant Further Education College

Location: Loughton, Essex

Job Type: Full-time

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: £120 - £150 (based on experience)

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant to join a college in Loughton, supporting young people with their learning, development and day-to-day access to education.

The Role As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners, helping them access lessons, develop confidence and become more independent.

You may support learners with:

• SEND and additional learning needs
• EHCPs and individual support plans
• Communication and learning difficulties
• Classroom engagement and participation
• Developing independence and life skills
• Positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

We Are Looking For The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as an LSA, Teaching Assistant or similar support role within a school or college
• Experience supporting learners with SEND/additional needs
• A caring, patient and encouraging approach