Learning Support Assistant - Learning Difficulties

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Horam; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd is seeking a SEN Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with learning difficulties in East Sussex. You will work under the guidance of teaching staff to help pupils access learning at their own pace.

The role involves individualized and small-group support, adapting activities, and promoting communication, social skills and independence. The successful candidate will bring patience and adaptability and be committed to a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with learning difficulties or additional needs.
• Patient, encouraging and adaptable approach.
• Ability to break tasks down into manageable steps.
• Commitment to creating a positive and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups.
• Help adapt learning activities to suit individual abilities.
• Reinforce classroom learning and encourage participation.
• Develop pupils' communication, social skills and independence.
• Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Work alongside teachers to support individual learning targets.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Task breakdown

Encouraging demeanor

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Learning Difficulties | Full-Time | East Sussex

Academics is seeking motivated SEN Learning Support Assistants for full-time opportunities within specialist schools across East Sussex.

You will support children and young people with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated additional needs, helping them access learning at their own pace.

The role:

• Support pupils individually and in small groups.
• Help adapt learning activities to suit individual abilities.
• Reinforce classroom learning and encourage participation.
• Develop pupils' communication, social skills and independence.
• Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Work alongside teachers to support individual learning targets.

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience supporting children with learning difficulties or additional needs.
• Is patient, encouraging and adaptable.
• Can break tasks down into manageable steps.
• Understands the importance of celebrating progress and building confidence.
• Is committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Experience in a specialist SEN school, mainstream school, tutoring, childcare or a similar support role would be an advantage.

Academics can help you explore opportunities within specialist education across East Sussex.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy