Learning Support Assistant (Library) Secondary School

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

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.