LSA Full Time

Dovetail and Slate; Uckington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated support to students with SEND in a further education setting in Gloucestershire. This full-time contract role supports learners at lower and entry level, working with teaching staff to help them engage with lessons and build confidence and independence.

You will adapt your approach to meet individual needs, help maintain a safe inclusive classroom, and assist with day-to-day learning activities.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths required.
• Experience teaching or supporting students with SEND at lower and entry level.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEND at lower and entry level in day-to-day learning.
• Work with teaching staff to help learners engage with lessons and activities.
• Encourage students to build confidence, independence and practical skills.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and encouraging learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Encouragement

Inclusive education

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Full Time Contract

Location: Gloucestershire

Start date: As soon as possible

Are you passionate about helping students with additional needs build confidence, independence and real progress?

About the Role

You will provide dedicated support to students with special educational needs and disabilities, working alongside teaching staff to help every learner engage with their studies and reach their individual goals. You'll bring patience, encouragement and a genuine commitment to inclusive education.

Working with learners at lower and entry level, you'll adapt your approach to suit different needs, creating a supportive environment where students feel able to develop and thrive.

This is a full-time ongoing contract role with a further education provider in the South West.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students with SEND, specifically at lower and entry level, in their day-to-day learning.

• Working closely with teaching staff to help learners engage with lessons and activities.

• Encouraging students to build confidence, independence and practical skills.

• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and encouraging learning environment.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• GCSE English and Maths

• Experience of teaching or supporting students with SEND, specifically at lower and entry level

Important Notice

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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