Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Post: Primary Learning Support Assistant

Purpose

To challenge educational and social disadvantage in the north.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher to plan, deliver and review lessons that are appropriate to the age and ability of the students so as to facilitate progression in students’ learning.
• Support the learning of students in lessons as directed by the class teacher, including small group teaching and, in exceptional circumstances, full class cover.
• Facilitate the exceptional progress and well-being of any individual or group of students; provide guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters.
• Promote and maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and behaviour policy of the academy.
• Use formative assessment to adapt teaching and the work of students to make sure that learning is proceeding in the right direction and to support that learning.
• Communicate effectively with the class teacher/s and SENDCo to share students' learning.
• Support students during playtime and lunchtime in the playground.
• Contribute towards and maintain high quality displays and an engaging learning environment.
• Support with the management of learning resources, including auditing, replenishing and reordering.
• Support students throughout the day by fulfilling pastoral responsibilities.
• Support students with SEND needs on a one-to-one basis.
• Provide first aid and support students with medical needs, including maintenance of relevant records and first aid boxes.
• Provide intimate care (including toileting, as required) in accordance with academy policies and procedures.
• Engage fully in the Trust’s professional growth process to fulfil personal potential and be able to participate effectively in the implementation of the academy's strategic big moves.
• Attend meetings / training and carry out administrative tasks and duties as specified on the Trust and academy calendars.
• Consistently implement all Trust policies; contribute to decision-making and consultation procedures.
• Report any safeguarding concerns immediately to a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Principal.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed annually.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: £9,094.00-£9,246.00 per year

Expected hours: 16.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person