LSA - Learning Support Assistant

Olympic Primary; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic Primary in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic teaching assistant to support pupils and teachers across lessons. You will supervise and assist with learning activities, with a focus on inclusivity and safeguarding.

Reporting to the Phase Lead/Head of School, you will help implement individual education plans, monitor progress, and provide feedback under the guidance of the teacher. DBS check and references required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs; ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour
• Plans and Personal Care programmes
• Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals; assist with the planning of learning activities
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher

Job description

We are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar setting who is capable of giving their knowledge and experience to the children in our school.

Reporting directly to the Phase Lead/Head of School, you will be responsible for undertaking administrative and organisational processes as required, to support the teacher, to deliver consistently good or better provision for our children.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who will bring organisation and commitment to this role, supporting both the students and the teachers, ensuring all duties are completed to the highest standard. You will need to be personable and have good communication skills.

Your core duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs; ensuring their safety and access to learning activities

• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour

• Plans and Personal Care programmes

• Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals Assist with the planning of learning activities

• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs

• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils

• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher

Lion Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and completion of a medical check.

CV’s submitted without a completed official application form will not be considered.