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Teaching Vacancies; Alveston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils under the guidance of the class teacher, TA and LSAs. You will help implement our holistic curriculum, support communication and social skills, and assist pupils with their learning goals.

You will work as part of the class support team, deliver learning to small groups, prepare activities, and support pupils to navigate the school day, contributing to pupils' independence and confidence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners in class settings.
• Ability to work with small groups and alongside teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of learning to small groups.
• Prepare activities and support pupils to navigate the school day.
• Recognise and capture pupil progress, and share information with the class teacher.

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have a vital role in making a positive impact on the lives of our students and their families. Working alongside the class teacher, TA and other LSAs, you will help implement our holistic curriculum, which is designed to support students in achieving their planned goals, improving communication and social skills, accessing therapeutic support, and overcoming barriers to learning.

You will play a key role as part of the class support team assisting in the delivery of learning to small groups, and taking a proactive role in preparing activities and supporting pupils to navigate the school day.

You will be instrumental in recognising and capturing the progress each pupil makes and sharing information with the class teacher.

What the school offers its staff

We are a positive and energetic team that values support and collaboration.

You will contribute to the growth and development of a new expanding school.

You will work in a purpose built provision with specialist facilities.

You will receive a comprehensive programme of induction, training and support.

Most importantly, you will gain memorable experiences of supporting pupils to learn and develop their independence and self-confidence.

Further details about the role

Interviews are due to take place on Wednesday 7th & Thursday 8th September.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.