Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Ortus Recruitment; Merton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ortus Recruitment is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in the Merton area to join a dedicated team within a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU). You will support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them stay engaged and develop essential skills in a supportive educational setting.

The successful candidate will be resilient, adaptable and capable of building positive relationships with young people who face behavioural challenges.

Qualifications

• Excellent at adapting to new environments.
• Understanding of working with children with behavioural difficulties.
• Strong passion for helping children.
• Highly organised.

Responsibilities

• Support a group of pupils in a classroom environment.
• Encourage interaction and help build positive relationships.
• Assist pupils with SEMH needs in lesson activities.

Skills

Adaptability

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Job description

Join a dedicated team where your compassion and skills can make a real difference to the educational journey of vulnerable young people in a supportive environment.

Ortus Recruitment is looking for a Learning Support Assistant in the Merton area to work within a Pupil Referral Unit. We're seeking a motivated and resilient individual ready to take on a new challenge, working with children who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties (SEMH). You'll support a group of pupils in a classroom environment, encouraging interaction and helping them build positive relationships. These young people are ready to develop their skills and learn with the right support.

About the school:

This Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) has a high reputation in its area and is known for its excellent resources and staff. The resources provided will help develop the children's learning and ensure they remain engaged during lessons. The pupils are unable to attend mainstream schools, which means creating strong relationships with them is essential. The experienced professional staff are committed to helping and supporting you throughout your role, ensuring you integrate well within the team.

Required skills:

• Excellent at adapting to new environments
• Good understanding of working with children with behavioural difficulties
• Strong passion for helping children
• Highly organised