Learning Support Assistant: Inspire Growth & Confidence

Saint Andrews Limited; Halstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team

Wonderful children

Training & development

Caring village school environment

Make a difference

Job summary

St Andrew's C of E Primary School seeks a dedicated role to support pupils in the classroom and assist teachers in delivering engaging activities. The successful candidate will help pupils gain confidence, independence and positive behaviour, including those with additional learning and emotional needs.

You will contribute positively to the wider life of our caring village school. We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who share our Christian ethos and values, and who are

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, positive and motivated to support children's learning.
• Works well as part of a team and can also use their own initiative when working independently.
• Remains calm, organised and effective when working under pressure.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and understanding when working with children.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion and helping every child achieve their potential.
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities within a school setting.
• Shares and supports the Christian values and ethos of our school.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom, individually and in small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging learning activities.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Support children with additional learning and emotional needs where required.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Team player

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Inclusion and safeguarding

Christian ethos understanding

Job description

St Andrew's C of E Primary School seeks a dedicated role to support pupils in the classroom and assist teachers in delivering engaging activities. The successful candidate will help pupils gain confidence, independence and positive behaviour, including those with additional learning and emotional needs.

You will contribute positively to the wider life of our caring village school. We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who share our Christian ethos and values, and who are