Learning Support Assistant – Inspire Confidence & Learning

Hillingdon Manor School; Ashford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Vista benefits platform

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Purchase

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Heath Farm School is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal development in an inclusive setting in Ashford, Kent. You will work with teachers, SENCOs and professionals to help pupils access learning and build independence.

You will provide targeted support in literacy, numeracy and presentation, fostering a calm classroom and collaborative ethos for vulnerable children with SEMH needs.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience with children in education or care settings is desirable.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic with a genuine desire to help vulnerable young people.
• Able to adapt to varied classroom and outdoor environments with confidence.
• Works well in a team and can take initiative when needed.
• Holds a full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and small groups to engage with lessons and tasks.
• Clarify and explain instructions, learning activities, and use of resources.
• Provide encouragement, reassurance and positive feedback to promote focus, confidence and self-esteem.
• Deliver targeted support in areas such as reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting, and presentation.
• Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Team player

Flexible

Initiative

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (C/4+)

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Heath Farm School is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal development in an inclusive setting in Ashford, Kent. You will work with teachers, SENCOs and professionals to help pupils access learning and build independence.

You will provide targeted support in literacy, numeracy and presentation, fostering a calm classroom and collaborative ethos for vulnerable children with SEMH needs.