Are you a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant seeking flexible work in a primary school setting? An exciting opportunity has become available at a reputable school in Birkenhead.
Position: Supply Learning Support Assistant
Hours: Mornings only, Key Stage 2
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Birkenhead
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support to students in Key Stage 2
- Assist with classroom activities and individual student needs
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
Key Requirements:
- Experience working with children in a school setting
- Understanding of Key Stage 2 curriculum and educational practices
- Patience, empathy, and enthusiasm for supporting student learning
Benefits:
- Flexible work schedule on a supply basis
- Opportunity to gain experience in a supportive school environment
- Competitive pay rates
If you are a caring and adaptable individual with a passion for helping students succeed, we encourage you to apply for this supply Learning Support Assistant position.
Teaching or classroom assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.
We specialise in recruiting teaching assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;
* NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
* NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
* Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
* CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
* BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing)
We'll also consider experienced learning support assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.
Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)
A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:
* Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
* Dyslexia
* Dyspraxia
* Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
* Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
* Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
* Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
* Severe Learning Difficulties
* Physical Disabilities (PD)
As a teaching assistant you'll be expected to:
* Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
* Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
* Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
* Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
* Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills
Benefits of working with New Directions:
* A dedicated and expert Account Manager
* Regular and varied supply work
* Competitive rates of pay
* Potential long-term roles
* Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
* A network of branches across the UK
* One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
* We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
* Recommend-a-friend scheme
* Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.