Learning Support Assistant - ASD Centre

Chandlers Ltd; Molesey; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandlers Field School seeks dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our specialist ASD Centre. This is an opportunity to work within a supportive team, helping pupils with diverse needs thrive in a safe and challenging environment.

As a Learning Support Assistant at LEO Academy Trust, you will assist in delivering specialist provision, care and supervision for our pupils, supporting children with neurodiversity and social communication difficulties, with ongoing CPD for staff.

Qualifications

• Understanding of how children learn and experience supporting pupils in a school setting.
• Knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents, and pupils.
• A "can-do" attitude, a sense of humour, and the ability to use your initiative.
• A commitment to meeting the needs of every child (a Level 3 Diploma in supporting teaching and learning is desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of specialist provision, care and supervision for our pupils.
• Support children with neurodiversity and social communication difficulties.
• Be at the heart of the classroom, helping pupils to thrive in a safe and supportive environment.

Skills

SEN knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Initiative

Positive attitude

Education

Level 3 Diploma in supporting teaching and learning (desirable)

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our specialist ASD Centre at Chandlers Field School. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team, helping pupils with diverse needs thrive in a safe and challenging environment., As a Learning Support Assistant at LEO Academy Trust, your primary mission is to assist in the delivery of specialist provision, care, and supervision for our pupils. You will be at the heart of the classroom, supporting children with neurodiversity and social communication difficulties.

• An understanding of how children learn and experience supporting pupils in a school setting.
• Knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice and safeguarding procedures.
• The ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents, and pupils.
• A "can-do" attitude, a sense of humour, and the ability to use your initiative.
• A commitment to meeting the needs of every child (a Level 3 Diploma in supporting teaching and learning is desirable but not essential).

LEO Academy Trust champions continuous professional development and delivers a programme of in-house CPD. We also work with a range of partners to offer accessible training for all staff including e-learning and face-to-face workshops.

We believe in the importance of succession planning, and that we are well placed to support you in your next challenge. We offer opportunities to work across different academies within the Trust, and a commitment to promotion opportunities, encouraging 'home grown' talent. We also provide access to extensive health and wellbeing support via our dedicated staff platforms.