Are you a passionate and driven individual who is reliable and wants to work with students to help guide them to achieve their goals? Do you have the dedication and skills to support students in overcoming barriers to their education? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team at, an alternative provision secondary school in Fazakerley, as a Learning Support Assistant.
They provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for students who have found mainstream education challenging. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to offer personalized support, helping each student reach their full potential. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging learning atmosphere where every student is valued and empowered.
Role and Responsibilities:
As an LSA, you will play a crucial role in supporting our students and ensuring they thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Your main responsibilities will include:
* Providing one-on-one and small group support to students in the classroom.
* Assisting in the implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
* Encouraging student engagement and participation in lessons.
* Helping to identify and break down barriers to learning, offering tailored interventions and support.
* Collaborating with teachers and other staff members to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
* Monitoring and recording student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
* Supporting students in developing social skills and building self-esteem.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Previous experience as an LSA or in a similar role is preferred.
* A genuine passion for supporting young people and improving their educational outcomes.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to remain patient, empathetic, and adaptable in challenging situations.
* A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.
* Relevant qualifications in education or child development are desirable but not essential.
The ideal teaching assistant would be somebody who has experience working with children who have previously had difficulties within mainstream schools. It is important that you have a lot of patience and resilience and also have a genuine interest in working with students to help set great examples and guide and support them in any way they need in order for them to achieve to the best of their ability.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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