Learning Support Assistant – Kings Norton, Birmingham

Axcis Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Kings Norton, Birmingham is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join the team. The role focuses on supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, particularly those with EHCPs, to access learning and make progress within the classroom.

The position is full-time (5 days per week), 8am-4pm, start Monday 21st September, initially 1-2 weeks with possible extension. DBS and safeguarding checks will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with EHCPs and additional needs.
• Ability to tailor support to individual learning needs.
• Willingness to complete DBS and safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with SEN in the classroom.
• Assist students to access learning and participate in activities.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor progress and adapt strategies.

Skills

EHCP experience

Student support

Job description

A secondary school in Kings Norton, Birmingham is looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join their team from Monday 21st September. This role will involve providing support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, particularly students with EHCPs. Previous experience supporting young people with EHCPs and additional needs is essential. The successful candidate will be working closely with students to provide tailored support and help them access learning and make progress within the classroom environment.

Role details

• Full-time, 5 days per week
• Working hours: 8am-4pm
• Start date: Monday 21st September
• Initially required for 1-2 weeks, with the possibility of the role being extended
• Location: Kings Norton, Birmingham
• Experience supporting students with EHCPs is essential

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.