Learning Support Assistant - Temporary

Axcis Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a proactive Learning Support Assistant to work closely with a named student in KS3/KS4 in a Greater London school. The role is contract-based until November, with potential extension, and requires safeguarding checks and DBS clearance.

You will provide tailored in-class support, help the student stay engaged, encourage independence, and work with teachers and staff to promote positive educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be suitably qualified for the position and capable of providing classroom support.
• DBS check and safeguarding compliance expected as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to the named student in KS3/KS4 within the classroom.
• Prompt and encourage the student when needed to stay engaged.
• Help the student remain focused and engaged with learning activities.
• Promote independence and confidence while using initiative.
• Collaborate with teachers and wider school staff to support the student.

Skills

Proactive

Supportive

Patient

Team collaboration

Encouraging independence

Job description

LSA Contract: Until November, with potential to extend Year Group: KS3/KS4 Support: Named student with low-level additional needs We are looking for a proactive and supportive Learning Support Assistant to work closely with a named student in KS3 or KS4. The student has low-level additional needs and requires an LSA/TA who can provide appropriate support and encouragement throughout the school day. The successful candidate will: Provide tailored support to the named student in the classroom Prompt and encourage the student when needed Help the student remain focused and engaged with their learning Encourage independence and confidence Use initiative to recognise when support is required Support the student without completing tasks or work on their behalf Work collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff The ideal candidate will be patient, proactive and confident, with a good understanding of how to support students while promoting independence rather than dependence. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced TA/LSA looking to make a positive difference to a student's education and development. Contract: Until November, with potential for the role to be extended.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Jessica Flowerdew

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1061