Learning Support Assistant

Location

LewishamUnited Kingdom

salary

93-100 GBP / day

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Job Type: Full time contract
Experience: -

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? We are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work in mainstream primary schools, providing valuable classroom support to pupils and teaching staff.

We have a variety of daily supply, short-term and long-term positions available, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced support staff and those looking to build a career in education.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to help create a positive and engaging learning environment where all pupils can succeed.

Your responsibilities may include:

Supporting pupils in class with their learning and development
Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives
Assisting the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom activities
Encouraging pupil participation, confidence and independence
Supporting children with varying learning needs and abilities
Helping to promote positive behaviour and engagement
Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

About You

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and caring individuals who are committed to helping children reach their full potential.

Desirable Experience:

Working in primary schools
Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant experience
Childcare or nursery settings
Tutoring, mentoring or coaching
Youth work or community-based roles
Experience supporting children with additional learning needs

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A positive and proactive attitude
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Passion for supporting children's education
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Right to work in the UK

What We Offer

Flexible daily supply work to fit around your schedule
Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment
Competitive rates of pay
Experience across a range of welcoming primary schools
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Access to a variety of professional development opportunities

Whether you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant or looking to gain valuable school-based experience, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and start making a difference in mainstream primary schools near you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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