LSA

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is assisting a friendly primary school in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, to recruit a Year 3 Learning Support Assistant for an immediate start.

You will work full-time in a Year 3 class, supporting lessons, providing one-to-one and small-group help, and helping pupils develop reading, writing and maths skills while promoting inclusion and positive attitudes to learning.

Qualifications

• Experience as Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant in a primary school.
• Experience supporting children in Key Stage 2.
• Patient, positive and adaptable with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Classroom support: assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and activities.
• One-to-one and small-group support to pupils needing extra guidance.
• Support pupils with SEND and follow guidance from the teacher and support plans.
• Promote independence and help pupils take responsibility for their learning.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the teacher.
• Support positive behaviour and encourage active participation in lessons.
• Support social and emotional development and build positive relationships with pupils.
• Create and maintain an inclusive, safe and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

LSA experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Childcare qualification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Year 3Primary School, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Full-Time | Immediate Start | Long-Term Opportunity (Temp-to-Perm)Pay: £95-£110 per day | Paid WeeklyRecruiting via Tradewind Recruitment

Are you a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming primary school?

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a friendly primary school in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, to recruit an enthusiastic and caring Year 3 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for an immediate start.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the school on a full-time, long-term basis, with the potential to secure a permanent position.

If you are committed to inclusive education and enjoy helping primary-aged children develop academically, socially and emotionally, this could be the ideal role for you.

About the School - Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

The school provides a welcoming primary learning environment where children are supported to develop their knowledge, confidence, independence and social skills throughout their education.

Working within a Year 3 classroom, you will support pupils as they continue their transition from Key Stage 1 into Key Stage 2, helping them strengthen their core skills, develop greater independence and build positive attitudes towards learning.

The Role - Year 3 Learning Support Assistant / Practitioner

As a Year 3 LSA/LSP, you will work closely with the class teacher to support the delivery of engaging lessons and ensure pupils receive the guidance and encouragement they need to succeed.

• Classroom Support: Assisting the class teacher with lesson preparation, classroom organisation and the delivery of engaging learning activities across the Year 3 curriculum.
• One-to-One and Small-Group Support: Providing targeted support to pupils who require additional guidance, helping them understand tasks, consolidate learning and develop confidence.
• Supporting Pupils with SEND: Adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs, following guidance from the class teacher and relevant support plans to promote inclusion and progress.
• Promoting Independence: Encouraging pupils to develop problem-solving skills, take responsibility for their learning and complete tasks with increasing confidence.
• Monitoring Progress: Observing pupils' engagement and development, providing feedback to the class teacher and identifying where additional support may be beneficial.
• Behaviour and Engagement: Promoting positive behaviour, maintaining clear expectations and encouraging pupils to participate actively in lessons.
• Social and Emotional Development: Building positive relationships with pupils, supporting their well-being and helping them develop resilience, confidence and positive relationships with their peers.
• Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Helping maintain a safe, welcoming and stimulating learning environment in which every pupil feels valued and able to participate.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be caring, proactive and enthusiastic about helping primary-aged children achieve their best.

We welcome applications from candidates who have:

• Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational or childcare role.
• Experience supporting children in a primary school, ideally within Key Stage 2.
• A patient, positive and adaptable approach to supporting different learning styles and abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
• An understanding of inclusive education and the importance of supporting pupils with additional needs.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team while also using initiative when supporting pupils.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding, pupil welfare and creating a positive learning environment.
• Candidates with relevant transferable experience who are keen to develop their career in education are also encouraged to apply.