Learning Support Assistant — Inspire Autistic Learners

Outcomes First Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Job summary

Oakfield House School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a dedicated team. You will support teachers delivering a broad, personalised curriculum and help students access learning in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

You will build positive relationships, monitor progress, prepare resources and accompany students on visits, contributing to a safe and supportive setting where autistic students and others can flourish.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or equivalent.
• Patient, compassionate and skilled at building positive relationships.
• Positive, resilient and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable, tailoring support to meet individual needs.
• Effective communicator who works well as part of a team.
• Motivated to learn, develop and make a genuine difference daily.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering a broad, engaging and personalised curriculum.
• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to help students access learning and achieve goals.
• Assist in implementing educational and behavioural programmes meeting learning needs.
• Encourage students' confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Monitor and record students' academic, social and emotional progress, sharing feedback with the team.
• Prepare learning resources and classroom materials to support lessons and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and help create a safe, nurturing environment.
• Accompany students on educational visits and, when required, provide transport.

Skills

Patience

Effective communicator

Team player

Flexible & adaptable

Motivated to learn

Building positive relationships

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Oakfield House School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a dedicated team. You will support teachers delivering a broad, personalised curriculum and help students access learning in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

You will build positive relationships, monitor progress, prepare resources and accompany students on visits, contributing to a safe and supportive setting where autistic students and others can flourish.