Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Band 2

Our school is currently seekingan enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistant to support a child with severe hearing loss in receipt of an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

Level 1 BSL is essential, as well as a willingness to gain further BSL qualifiactions.

Good qualifications and previous experience of working with young children are essential; however, additional training would be offered as required.

The ideal candidate will:

be enthusiastic and flexible
be able to work co-operatively as part of a close-knit team
have knowledge and experience of working with children with special educational needs
have excellent behaviour management skills
be positive and motivational
have good communication skills

You will be expected to:

take some responsibility for the progress of SEN pupils
help to organise resources and the classroom to create a positive learning environment
motivate pupils
work with the SENCO, teachers and other LSAs to plan and coordinate work
help SEN pupils to take part in school events and activities
be patient, empathetic, and have an ability to build rapport with children and their parents.
have a clear understanding of safeguarding and keeping children safe in education.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.