Learning Support Assistant - Nuneaton - ASAP
Twenty4Seven Education is seeking a caring and dependable Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a 'Good' Ofsted-rated Secondary School in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. This wonderful full-time opportunity is to start ASAP on a long-term basis.
Do you have the capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children? Are you resilient, positive, forward-looking and enthusiastic about making a difference? Apply today!
Your new role:
You will provide support that significantly enhances the personal development of students, allows them to access the full curriculum with confidence, and allows them to make rapid progress. You will have a profound and positive impact on the climate for learning by instilling high expectations. You will be a visible, reliable and integral part of the team making a positive difference to students and staff. You will demonstrate a passion for learning and commit to improving your practice through self-evaluation and professional development.
Responsibilities and tasks:
1. Personal and professional conduct
Safeguard pupils' well-being by following relevant statutory guidance along with school policies, procedures and practice.
Demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community.
2. Knowledge and understanding
Excellent subject and National Curriculum knowledge.
Demonstrate expertise and skills in understanding the needs of all pupils.
3. Teaching and learning
Demonstrate an efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase the achievement of all pupils including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning.
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures.
Support the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress.
Maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment.
To make resources, introduce strategies and incentives to encourage active engagement in lessons.
Undertake a range of administrative duties.
4. Working with others
Liaise effectively with other professionals, parents and carers.
To work collaboratively with classroom teachers to share knowledge to inform planning and decision making.
Qualifications & Experience:
1. Right to work in the UK.
2. Satisfactory references covering the last 2 years.
3. Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child) on the Update Service or willing to pay and apply for a new one (Twenty4Seven Education can assist you with this process).
4. GCSE or equivalent level, including at least at Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Maths.
5. Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma (or equivalent) is desirable.
6. Experience working with children within an educational setting or similar (minimum of 3 months of experience).
7. Good Literacy, Numeracy and IT skills.
8. Excellent verbal communication skills and active listening skills.
9. Great organisation skills.
The Benefits of Twenty4Seven Education:
1. T4S is an accredited REC member.
2. 24/7 support from your designated dedicated and friendly consultant.
3. Competitive pay rates.
4. £100 Refer-a-Friend Scheme (terms & conditions apply).
5. FREE online safeguarding training course.
6. FREE online professional development training from our Education Support team.
Twenty4Seven Education is dedicated to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect every candidate to share this commitment. Assignments are subject to safeguarding and child protection screening in line with DfE policies, including right to work, employment references and Enhanced DBS checks. Full assistance will be provided.
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