Part-Time Teaching Assistant

Philosophy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Philosophy Education in Denmark Hill is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support a child with diagnosed Special Educational Needs on a part-time basis, mornings only, 8:30–1:00, 1:1 support in a busy primary classroom.

The role suits experienced LSAs, psychology graduates or those with a good understanding of autism, with a friendly 2-form entry school offering a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Part-time role in a primary school setting.
• SEN awareness or autism understanding is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with SEN on a 1:1 basis within the classroom and during supportive activities.
• Assist with processing instructions and peer communications; help regulate emotions.
• Provide support in and outside the classroom as needed to keep the child calm.

Job description

Part-time SEN Teaching Assistant Mornings only

Learning Support Assistant

Mornings only

1:1 SEN support

Primary School

Denmark Hill

ASAP start

A lovely 2 form entry primary school in Denmark Hill are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work with a child on a 1 to 1 basis to start as soon as possible.

The Role

In this role you will be supporting a child with diagnosed Special Educational Needs on a part-time basis, mornings only. The child has autism and needs support within the classroom and particularly when processing instructions and in communications with peers. The child can struggle with regulating emotions and you may be required to support the child outside the classroom to calm down. The school are open to applications from experienced learning support assistants, psychology graduates or those who have a good understanding of how to support children with autism.

This role is offered on a part-time contract basis for the rest of the academic year, Monday to Friday from 8.30-1pm.

The School

This friendly and welcoming 2-form-entry school is close to Denmark Hill station with excellent transport links. Rated good by Ofsted, the school offers an exciting and engaging place to learn, where pupils make very good progress. There are modern facilities and extended learning areas both indoors and outdoors. The established leadership team set high standards for both staff and pupils and all staff have access to professional development opportunities.