Learning Support Specialist — Classroom & Small-Group Impact

The Supply Register Ltd.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame School in Plymouth is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and to work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning. The role involves assisting with literacy and numeracy, supporting students with SEND, and helping maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment.

Applicants should show genuine interest in helping children, strong communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and a positive approach to supporting students.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with students.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act professionally at all times.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across the curriculum.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Provide additional support to students with SEND or other learning needs.
• Help students develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes.
• Assist with classroom organisation, preparation of resources and learning materials.
• Support students during lessons, break times, lunchtimes, trips and other school activities where required.
• Promote equality, inclusion, respect and positive relationships throughout the school community.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, behaviour and confidentiality requirements.
• Undertake relevant training and participate in professional development as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teamwork

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Confidentiality

Education

Education/Childcare related qualification

Job description

Notre Dame School in Plymouth is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and to work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning. The role involves assisting with literacy and numeracy, supporting students with SEND, and helping maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment.

Applicants should show genuine interest in helping children, strong communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to safeguarding.