Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant post at High Ash Church of England Primary School, a primary of about 220 pupils aged 4 to 11, with a start as soon as possible. The role supports teaching across whole classes, small groups and individual pupils, covering resources, pupil welfare, inclusion and playground supervision. It suits candidates with EYFS or SEND experience, particularly autism, and experience of working with vulnerable pupils.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Work with teaching staff to complement teachers' delivery of education
• Offer whole class support and support pupils' learning in classrooms, small groups and individually
• Manage and prepare resources
• Support the raising of standards for all pupils, including underachieving groups
• Encourage pupils to become independent learners
• Support pupils' welfare
• Support the inclusion of pupils in all aspects of school life
• Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils
• Help vulnerable pupils move forward in their learning
• Supervise the playground

• Experience of working in EYFS or with children with SEND, particularly ASD
• Experience of working with vulnerable pupils

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Confidence and understanding in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with pupils
• Ability to empathise with pupils and move their learning forward

• Passion for enabling every child to reach their full potential

• Membership of the local government pension scheme
• Investment in staff wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential support on work, wellbeing, money, health and legal matters
• Cycle to work scheme
• Robust personal development programme
• CPD from local and national sources, including peer support and networking