SEND Learning Support Assistant
Sixth Form SEND unit
Greenwich
Full-time contract
Start date: ASAP
Are you a dedicated and caring Learning Support Assistant looking for a new full-time position in September?
A well-resourced Special Needs Unit within a sixth-form college in Greenwich are looking for Learning Support Assistants to join their staff on a full-time basis.
The role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll be working within the specialist SEND unit within this vibrant and popular sixth form college. Students within the unit are aged between 16 and 18 years and have a range of learning and development needs including Autism, ADHD and sensory needs.
You will work closely alongside qualified teachers and professionals to provide support for students within the unit. There is a focus on enabling students to learn as effectively possible on their own and in groups, considering their needs. You will be required to identify opportunities for the student (s) to work independently where appropriate.
Duties will include:
Supporting students attending the SEND unit
Assisting with the general pastoral care of the students
Providing support for students’ emotional and social needs by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour in line with the College’s Behaviour Policy
Provide one to one support, where required
Assist in planning of activities
Assist with the supervision of students outside of lesso...