Learning Support Assistant: Uplift Students Daily

Optionsautism; Barton-upon-Humber; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

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Job summary

Barton School, part of OFG Education, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students with confidence building, life skills, and outcomes. You will work within a team of teachers, therapists, and specialists to create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive.

Ideal candidates are passionate about helping young people; previous school experience helps but candidates with care or youth-work backgrounds are also encouraged.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.
• Patience, resilience and a calm, positive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A proactive, caring and adaptable attitude.
• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Building positive relationships that help students feel safe, valued and confident.
• Encouraging engagement in learning and supporting students to achieve their individual goals.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through consistent support and guidance.
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to deliver personalised support.
• Celebrating progress, developing independence and helping students build essential life skills.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

GCSE English (C/4)

GCSE Maths (C/4)

Patience

Resilience

Calm, positive approach

Strong communication

Teamwork

Proactive, caring

Job description

Barton School, part of OFG Education, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students with confidence building, life skills, and outcomes. You will work within a team of teachers, therapists, and specialists to create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive.

Ideal candidates are passionate about helping young people; previous school experience helps but candidates with care or youth-work backgrounds are also encouraged.