Year 1 Learning Support Assistant - Calm, Trauma-Informed

St Lukes; Tiptree; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

St Luke's Church Primary School in the heart of Tiptree is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to support an individual child in Year 1. You will focus on Maths, English and Phonics, implementing trauma-informed approaches and maintaining a calm, consistent classroom routine.

We value a kind, patient, child-centred mindset and teamwork. Experience in a school setting is welcomed but not essential, with opportunities for professional growth and safeguarding commitment.

Qualifications

• Calm and consistent approach in classroom
• Trauma-informed approaches to support individual needs
• Kind, patient and child-centred mindset
• Ability to build trusting relationships with children and adults
• Positive, proactive and willing to learn
• Calm, organised and able to follow routines
• Confident supporting learning under direction of the class teacher
• Able to work as part of a team and use initiative when needed
• Committed to safeguarding, equality and high standards

Responsibilities

• Support an individual child in Year 1 with maths, English and phonics.
• Assist with adult-led curriculum tasks in the classroom and follow up with short motivators.
• Work under the direction of the class teacher to implement planned activities.
• Foster a warm, supportive environment and build trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
• Contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practices within the school.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Child-centred approach

Team player

Safeguarding

Willingness to learn

Trauma-informed approaches

Job description

St Luke's Church Primary School in the heart of Tiptree is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to support an individual child in Year 1. You will focus on Maths, English and Phonics, implementing trauma-informed approaches and maintaining a calm, consistent classroom routine.

We value a kind, patient, child-centred mindset and teamwork. Experience in a school setting is welcomed but not essential, with opportunities for professional growth and safeguarding commitment.