1:1 Learning Support Assistant (Part-Time, 20 Hours per Week)

St. Peter's International School; Palmela; Presencial; EUR 1 653 120 - 2 479 680; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

St. Peter's International School in Portugal seeks a compassionate 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to help two Grade 8 students with SEN.

The part-time role (20 hours/week) is freelance through green receipts, with English as the primary language and Mandarin Chinese for translating vocabulary when needed. You will work with teachers, the SENCO, and families, keep progress records, attend IEP reviews, and support students toward greater independence while communicating with families in Mandarin

Qualificações

• Experience working with students with high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other special educational needs.
• Experience in mainstream secondary classrooms.
• Understanding of inclusive education and differentiated support strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English; Mandarin Chinese preferred for family communication.

Responsabilidades

• Provide one-to-one support to two Grade 8 students during academic lessons.
• Break down instructions, adapt learning materials, and support organization and study skills.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers and the SENCO.
• Attend meetings, including IEP reviews and parent conferences, as required.
• Communicate with families in Mandarin Chinese when appropriate.

Conhecimentos

Fluent English

Mandarin Chinese

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and organised 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to provide individualized academic and social support to two high‑functioning Grade 8 students with Special Educational Needs. The role is part‑time (20 hours per week) and engaged on a freelance basis through green receipts (recibos verdes). The primary language of support is English; the assistant should also be able to communicate in Mandarin Chinese to translate classroom vocabulary when necessary and facilitate communication with families.

Key Responsibilities

Student Learning Support

• Provide one‑to‑one support to two Grade 8 students during academic lessons.
• Break down instructions, clarify concepts, adapt learning materials, and support organization, executive functioning, note‑taking, and study skills.
• Encourage increasing independence while monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teachers and the SENCO.

Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Support

• Foster positive relationships that promote confidence, engagement, and wellbeing.
• Support students in developing self‑regulation, self‑advocacy, and positive peer interactions.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to anxiety, frustration, or sensory overload using agreed support strategies.

Communication and Collaboration

• Work closely with classroom teachers, the SENCO, and parents to ensure consistent support.
• Attend meetings, including IEP reviews and parent conferences, as required.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and support provided.
• Communicate with families in Mandarin Chinese when appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with students with high‑functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or other special educational needs.
• An understanding of inclusive education and differentiated support strategies.
• Experience supporting students within mainstream secondary classrooms.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• The ability to promote independence while providing appropriate support.
• Fluency in English (required).
• Conversational or fluent Mandarin Chinese (preferred) to support communication with families and translate classroom vocabulary to Chinese when absolutely necessary.

Safeguarding Statement

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.