Learning Support Assistant: Nurturing Every Child's Growth

Wolfdale School; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfdale School is seeking a teaching assistant to provide high-quality learning opportunities and to exemplify strong classroom practice and behaviour management. You will build supportive relationships and assist children to learn in small groups or individually.

You will adapt methods for individual needs, work with a team of forward-thinking staff, and show initiative with enthusiasm. This role includes safeguarding considerations and pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing high-quality learning opportunities for children.
• Exemplary classroom practice and behaviour management.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with pupils.
• Ability to support self-regulation for effective learning in small groups or individually.
• Ability to adapt approaches to meet individual pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Support small group activities or one-on-one learning.
• Adapt supporting methods to meet the needs of individual pupils.
• Work with staff who have high aspirations for the children.
• Be part of the whole school team and contribute proactively.
• Demonstrate initiative and a positive, energetic approach.

Skills

Commitment to learning

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Self-regulation support

Group/individual learning support

Team player

Initiative

Enthusiasm

Job description

Wolfdale School is seeking a teaching assistant to provide high-quality learning opportunities and to exemplify strong classroom practice and behaviour management. You will build supportive relationships and assist children to learn in small groups or individually.

You will adapt methods for individual needs, work with a team of forward-thinking staff, and show initiative with enthusiasm. This role includes safeguarding considerations and pre-employment checks.