Learning Support Assistant (Library)

Devon County Council; West Buckland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A supportive and collaborative working

Opportunities for ongoing training and

Meaningful difference to young lives

Job summary

The Park Community School is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant (Library) to join our dedicated team. You will provide in-class learning support to help students access the curriculum and act as a key worker for identified students, supporting their learning, wellbeing and development.

Working within a busy secondary environment, you will liaise with teachers and the SEND team, contribute to safeguarding, and help maintain accurate SEND records. DBS disclosure is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or supporting children or young people.
• Basic understanding of adolescent development and learning needs.
• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to build positive relationships with both students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality in-class support to help students access the curriculum.
• Act as a key worker for identified students, liaising with parents and carers.
• Support pupils' welfare, personal development and emotional needs, especially for those with SEND.
• Assist with learning activities as directed by teaching staff.
• Offer clerical and administrative support to ensure accurate SEND records.

Skills

Experience with children

Adolescent development

Safeguarding awareness

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Education

NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)

Job description

Working under the guidance of teaching staff and the SEND team, you will provide support within classrooms across a range of subjects, helping to ensure all students-particularly those with additional needs can fully engage in their learning.

• Providing high quality in class support to help students access the curriculum
• Acting as a key worker for identified students, promoting their progress, wellbeing and independence, as well as liaising with parents and carers
• Supporting pupils' welfare, personal development and emotional needs, especially for those with SEND
• Assisting with learning activities as directed by teaching staff
• Offering clerical and administrative support to ensure accurate SEND records for those children supported through the role
• Monitoring student engagement and progress and sharing observations with teachers and SEND leaders
• Encouraging positive behaviour and modelling high expectations
• Upholding school policies on safeguarding, confidentiality, equality and health & safety
• Assisting with supervision at break/lunch times and accompanying students on trips as needed

We are looking for someone who brings energy, patience, empathy and commitment to supporting young people in a busy secondary environment.

Essential

• Experience working with or supporting children or young people
• Basic understanding of adolescent development and learning needs
• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to build positive relationships with both students and adults

Desirable

• Experience supporting young people with SEND
• Understanding of secondary phase curriculum expectations
• Additional training in learning strategies or specific SEND needs
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant qualification

North Devon, Devon

Multiple Terms

Please see the advert text for a breakdown of the salary

Salary: NJC Grade C: £26,847 - £27,274 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked) Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is between £16,156 (C6) and £16,413 (C7) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment)

Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 26 hours per week, 39 weeks per year until 31st August 2027 (Monday to Friday)

The Park Community School is seeking a compassionate, motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (Library) to join our dedicated staff team. This role places a strong emphasis on in class learning support within a secondary school environment, alongside acting as a key worker for identified students, helping them access learning and achieve their potential. At The Park Community School, we strive to be a positive, caring community where every individual is valued and respected. We aim to provide a high quality learning environment that promotes curiosity, independence and a love of lifelong learning. We encourage students to develop confidence, respect the ideas and differences of others, and reflect thoughtfully on their own values and beliefs. Our curriculum is broad, balanced and ambitious, designed to offer every child the best possible education. You will play a vital role in supporting students' learning, wellbeing and development, contributing to an inclusive, supportive and purposeful school community., You will become part of a dedicated team working to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

We offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. Successful applicants will be subject to an online search. The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.