Learning Support Assistant – Empower Student Growth

Prospero Teaching; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for a secondary school in Upminster. You will support students aged 11-16, providing classroom and small group support for those with SEND, MODERN LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, and speech and language needs.

Join a welcoming school environment with a focus on interventions and social hub programmes to boost confidence, independence and inclusive participation in lessons.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs.
• Knowledge of Moderate Learning Difficulties and Speech, Language and Communication Needs.
• Patient, empathetic and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs in lessons across the curriculum.
• Deliver targeted interventions to support academic progress and personal development.
• Encourage communication, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Assist pupils in developing social skills through structured support programmes and social hubs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and pastoral teams.
• Promote a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for a secondary school in Upminster. You will support students aged 11-16, providing classroom and small group support for those with SEND, MODERN LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, and speech and language needs.

Join a welcoming school environment with a focus on interventions and social hub programmes to boost confidence, independence and inclusive participation in lessons.