Learning Support Assistant - Gateshead

Leader Education; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Learning Support Assistant at a supportive SEND primary school in Gateshead. The role involves assisting students with special educational needs, requiring prior experience and effective communication skills. Additional offerings include competitive pay, a referral bonus, and opportunities for a permanent contract.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Refer a friend bonus scheme: £100 per referral

Free CPD including Team Teach

A dedicated consultant for ongoing support

Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with SEND or vulnerable groups is essential.
• Have a fully enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to assist pupils in lessons and activities.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Work effectively with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide personalized communication skills for students of different abilities.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Resilience

Job description

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Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Gateshead

Contract Type: Long term temporary

Leader Education are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a SEND primary school in Gateshead.

This school supports pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

As such, prior experience working with vulnerable individuals is essential for this role.

Ofsted has described this school as friendly and inspirational, with staff having high expectations for pupils.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday 8:30 until 16:30 and is a long-term position.

Leader Education are dedicated to ensuring that we find adaptable roles and schedules that work effectively for you.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service or a willingness to obtain one
• Have experience working with SEND or vulnerable groups
• Assist pupils in lessons and activities
• Be flexible and resilient, meeting the diverse needs of students
• Work effectively with parents, carers, and other members of multidisciplinary teams to provide the best support
• Possess communication skills that can be personalised to suit students of different abilities
  
  

Leader Education Can Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free CPD including Team Teach
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period
  
  

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please email your CV to alexandra@leadereducation or call us on 0191 300 4311.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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