Learning Support Assistant (EYFS)

Teaching Vacancies; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Doncaster is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support primarily for children with EYFS and SEN needs. The ideal candidate will have Level 3 Childcare qualification and experience working with EYFS children, along with a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The school offers a supportive team and enthusiastic, friendly children. A commitment to safeguarding is paramount, and all staff must undergo necessary checks.

Benefits

Professional development and training

Friendly working environment

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Experience of working with EYFS children in a primary school or private nursery.
• Demonstrate good levels of English and Mathematics to at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent.
• Experience in working with children with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Provide EYFS and SEN support on a one-to-one basis.
• Offer high quality in-class and group support for children.
• Foster positive relationships with colleagues, children, and parents.

Skills

Experience with EYFS children

Enthusiastic and eager to learn

Initiative to work independently

Commitment to inclusion

Active learning focus

Experience working with SEN

Good levels of English and Mathematics

Competency in ICT

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare or similar

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Sunnyfields Primary School is looking to appoint a dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant, whose role will also include providing EYFS and SEN support, primarily on a one-to-one basis. Due to the nature of the specific needs, it would be ideal for the Learning Support Assistant to have experience working with individuals with additional needs. The successful candidate will also provide high quality in-class and group support for children.

• Have previous experience of working with EYFS children in a primary school or private nursery setting;
• Be enthusiastic and keen to learn;
• Demonstrate initiative to work independently and flexibly;
• Share the school’s commitment to inclusion, developing the best possible learning and pastoral environment for all children;
• Be committed to the school’s focus on active learning;
• Experience working with children with SEN in any capacity;
• Demonstrate good levels of English and Mathematics to at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent, and demonstrate competency using ICT;
• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or similar;
• Foster positive relationships with colleagues, children and parents.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• Enthusiastic, friendly children;
• Committed, hard-working and friendly colleagues;
• A supportive team committed to providing quality continuing professional development and support.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.