Learning support

Smile Education are recruiting for a full time learning support to work within a primary school in the Worcester area.

Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow and reach their full potential?

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly primary school in Worcester on a full-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to play an important role in creating a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other members of the school team to support pupils in their learning and development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with their learning, both individually and in small groups.
• Helping pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Supporting the class teacher with activities and classroom organisation.
• Providing encouragement and reassurance to children who may need additional support.
• Helping to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supporting pupils' social and emotional development.
• Building positive relationships with children, staff and parents/carers.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Kind, patient and nurturing
  , with a genuine passion for working with children.
• Enthusiastic and positive, with the ability to inspire and encourage pupils.
• A good communicator who works well as part of a team.
• Reliable, adaptable and willing to get involved.
• Confident supporting children with a range of abilities and needs.
• Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of every child.

Previous experience working in a school or with children would be advantageous, but we would also welcome applications from candidates with relevant transferable experience and the right attitude.

• A daily rate of £100-£115 a day
• PAYE and Umbrella payment options
• Holiday pay of 12.07%
• Free CPD training available via the smile portal
• Referral scheme up to £200
• Dedicated consultant working within your area.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.