Learning Support Assistant - Coventry - September

Twenty 4 Seven; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Twenty 4 Seven Education is looking for a caring Learning Support Assistant in Coventry to enhance student development and facilitate their learning journey. You'll be part of a supportive environment in a Good Ofsted-rated school. This full-time role offers an opportunity to influence children's education and contribute positively to the school community.

Benefits

24/7 support from a dedicated consultant

Competitive pay rates

£100 Refer-a-Friend Scheme

FREE online safeguarding training course

FREE online professional development training

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory references covering the last 2 years.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child) on the Update Service or willing to apply for a new one.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard pupils' well-being and demonstrate positive attitudes.
• Support the learning process and communicate effectively with pupils.
• Liaise with parents and work collaboratively with teachers.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

IT skills

Excellent verbal communication

Active listening

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE at Grade 4 or equivalent in English and Maths

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma (or equivalent)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant Coventry September

Twenty4Seven Education is seeking a caring and dependable Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a Good Ofsted-rated All-Through School in Coventry. This wonderful full-time opportunity is to start September on a long-term basis.

Do you have the capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children? Are you resilient, positive, forward-looking and enthusiastic about making a difference? Apply today!

Your new role:

You will provide support that significantly enhances the personal development of students, allows them to access the full curriculum with confidence, and allows them to make rapid progress. You will have a profound and positive impact on the climate for learning by instilling high expectations. You will be a visible, reliable and integral part of the team making a positive difference to students and staff. You will demonstrate a passion for learning and commit to improving your practice through self-evaluation and professional development.

Responsibilities and tasks:

1) Personal and professional conduct

Safeguard pupils well-being by following relevant statutory guidance along with school policies, procedures and practice

Demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community

2) Knowledge and understanding

Excellent subject and National Curriculum knowledge

Demonstrate expertise and skills in understanding the needs of all pupils

3) Teaching and learning

Demonstrate an efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase the achievement of all pupils including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning

Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school s policy and procedures

Support the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress

Maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment

To make resources, introduce strategies and incentives to encourage active engagement in lessons

Undertake a range of administrative duties

4) Working with others

Liaise effectively with other professionals, parents and carers

To work collaboratively with classroom teachers to share knowledge to inform planning and decision making.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Right to work in the UK
• Satisfactory references covering the last 2 years
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child) on the Update Service or willing to pay and apply for a new one (Twenty4Seven Education can assist you with this process)
• GCSE or equivalent level, including at least at Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Maths
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma (or equivalent) is desirable
• Experience working with children within an educational setting or similar (minimum of 3 months of experience)
• Good Literacy, Numeracy and IT skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills and active listening skills
• Great organisation skills

The Benefits of Twenty4Seven Education:

• T4S is an accredited REC member
• 24/7 support from your designated dedicated and friendly consultant
• Competitive pay rates
• £100 Refer-a-Friend Scheme (terms & conditions apply)
• FREE online safeguarding training course
• FREE online professional development training from our Education Support team

Twenty4Seven Education is dedicated to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect every candidate to share this commitment. Assignments are subject to safeguarding and child protection screening in line with DfE policies, including right to work, employment references and Enhanced DBS checks. Full assistance will be provided.