Learning Support Assistant/Teaching Assistant Primary School Oldham ASAP Start Tradewind Recruitment are working with a Primary School in Oldham. They are seeking a full-time teaching assistant/learning support assistant to support primary students in their SEN unit. If you are passionate about helping young children and have a talent for positive behavioural management, this is the role for you. ABOUT THE ROLE As a learning support assistant/teaching assistant, you will: Support the social, emotional, mental health (SEMH) needs of students Be willing and able to deal with challenging behaviour Support the learning of children in the class, including individual, small and large groups Monitor and support children that have social, emotional and/or mental health (SEMH) difficulties, and possibly other special educational needs Support the students academically, socially and emotionally, encouraging positive behaviour and using positive reinforcement YOU WILL NEED TO Have experience as a teaching assistant/learning support assistant Believe in taking a holistic approach to the child's learning journey Be calm and empathetic but able to set boundaries Be trustworthy and reliable Genuinely want to make a different to the lives of vulnerable young people NEXT STEPS The school is looking to secure the ideal teaching assistant/learning support assistant ASAP, so don't hesitate to apply. Alternatively, contact Chris 0161 674 0138 or chris.morgantwrecruitment.com