Senior Learning Support Assistants

Plumstead Manor School; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary educational institution is seeking Learning Support Assistants to support students with specific learning needs in a diverse and inclusive environment. The ideal candidates will have experience with special educational needs (SEND), managing small group interventions, and collaborating with teachers to enhance student learning experiences. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a thriving school community.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with students with specific learning needs and EHCP.
• Ability to develop schemes of learning and assessment methods.
• Qualified to support small group interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support learning of individual students and small groups in class.
• Lead small group withdrawal interventions for literacy and numeracy.
• Assist in planning and delivery of lessons across key stages.

Skills

Experience with SEND students

Knowledge of best practices in teaching

Experience with autism support

Experience with dyslexia support

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistants

Location: Plumstead, South East London

Salary: 26,402 - 28,361 per annum (actual gross salary), depending on the position

• Senior LSA - 26,402 per annum (actual gross salary) Scale 4
• HLTA - 28,361 per annum Scale 5 - must have HLTA qualification

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Plumstead Manor is a thriving and popular secondary school located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Ours is vibrant, diverse and inclusive school with over 60 languages spoken across our community. The foundation of our vision and purpose is to offer excellence to all our young people, based on four clear values which underpin all our work - pride, ambition, respect and togetherness. Our recipe for success is based on high quality teaching and academic rigour, blended with the highest expectations, support and guidance. This creates the safe and happy environment which young people need to thrive and flourish.

Positions Available:2 Positions Available

• 1 x Senior LSA
• 1 x Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Closing Date: Monday 12 January at noon

Senior LSA Role

As a Senior LSA in our SEND department, you will support the learning of individual students and small groups in class and oversee learning across specific activities under the guidance of a Teacher.

You will also lead small group withdrawal interventions such as Catch-up literacy, Catch-up Numeracy, ELSA, Nurture or EBSA, developing schemes of learning and methods of assessment to demonstrate progress that meet the needs of students.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Role

As a HLTA in our SEND department you will work directly with students who have specific learning needs and/or who have high levels of anxiety about school and lessons.

You will be a key worker to specific students and will liaise directly with the SENCO, the school's mental health lead and other professionals, attending any relevant meetings.

You will also assist teachers in the planning, delivery and evaluation of whole class/small group activities across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 as required.

About you

For these senior roles you will need to be an LSA who is experienced in working with SEND students and those with an EHCP and be aware of best practice in teaching less able learners and those with specific learning needs.

Experience or qualifications working in one or more of the following specialist areas: autism, dyslexia, EBSA, numeracy or literacy support programmes, is highly desirable.

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

If you're interested in the role and would like to put yourself forward, please hit APPLY and keep an eye on your emails for our application form, this can also be found on our website as well.

Candidate backgrounds may also be considered

Candidates with previous job titles and experience of; Safeguarding Manager, Senior Social Care Manager, Social Manager, Child Care Manager, Child Social Support Services Manager, Social Services Manager, Child Protection Manager, Social Worker Manager may also be considered for this role.