Learning Support Assistant - Timeplan Education Group Ltd : Job Details

Learning Support Assistant

A number of opportunities have arisen for Learning Support Assistants to join a Good Academy in the borough of Newham.

The School

This large academy based in the heart of Newham is currently looking to recruit a number of Learning Support Assistants to join their team ASAP. The successful Head Teacher together with his very forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team are fully focused on achieving the best possible educational outcomes for their pupils. There is a big emphasis on ensuring that pupils achieve their goals by making sure that they are taught by skilled specialist teachers who really know their subjects. Staff are encouraged to plan together, and this will involve both teaching and support staff affiliated with each department. There are high expectations of teaching staff to ensure that the lessons they are delivering are of a good standard, as the more engaging the lesson, the more likely the children will behave well.

Their most recent Ofsted states 'The staff have shaped an inclusive and welcoming school environment where pupils are safe and feel safe. Teachers typically deliver lessons that engage and motivate students to learn. All staff understand the schools vision and they are committed to the school community.'

Learning Support Assistant

We are looking for a dynamic, experienced, and motivated individuals who are looking to make a difference as a Learning Support Assistant. The successful candidates will have a passion for education and ideally be looking to go on to complete their teaching qualifications. Experience of working alongside students with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) would be a benefit. As an SEMH/SEND Teaching Assistant you will be joining a strong and supportive student support department. You will be required to work closely supporting students with varying SEND, so being adaptable is very important.

Your role will be to provide support to students with additional needs, 1:1 tuition or to small groups of students with varying abilities. You will be encouraging and supporting individual pupils to reach their full potential whilst demonstrating a creative and determined attitude that will help motivate students. You will be directly supporting the students, as well as helping to organise the teaching and learning resources available to students and staff.

The school are looking to recruit a team of Learning Support Assistants who are able to commit to the remainder of the academic year.

The right applicant for this Learning Support Assistant position will:

• Have experience of working as a teaching assistant (desired)
• Have an interest in the education sector
• SEND experience (Desired)
• A recent graduate (graduated within last 2 years
• Ability to engage with and inspire young learners.

APPLY TODAY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE!

TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.