Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Chesham, Buckinghamshire

A chance to make a measurable difference through classroom support, interventions and individual pupil guidance.

Education support opportunities for experienced professionals across primary, secondary and SEN settings, including 1:1 and intervention-based work.

Chesham based schools are seeking Learning Support Assistant's with previous experience working with young people to provide consistent classroom and individual support. Opportunities are available across primary, secondary and specialist SEN provisions.

The Role

The position suits education professionals who enjoy working directly with pupils and want to play an important part in helping them access the curriculum.

You may be supporting a class teacher during lessons, working with a small group on a specific intervention or providing dedicated 1:1 assistance to a pupil who requires additional support.

The schools offer a range of environments, meaning there are opportunities to work with different age groups and support pupils with varied learning profiles.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils to access classroom learning.
• Working with teachers to reinforce lesson content.
• Delivering or assisting with small-group interventions.
• Providing 1:1 learning and pastoral support where required.
• Helping pupils develop independence and confidence.
• Supporting positive classroom behaviour.
• Adapting your approach to suit individual pupil needs.
• Communicating effectively with teaching and support colleagues.
• Following school policies and individual pupil support plans.

What Schools Are Looking For

Essential:

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• A reliable and professional approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• The ability to establish positive relationships with pupils.
• A commitment to safeguarding.

Desirable:

• Previous SEN experience.
• Experience working within a school or education setting.
• Experience delivering interventions or providing 1:1 support.

Working with Tradewind gives you access to:

• A streamlined onboarding process.
• Personalised support from Charlie, your education consultant, with over 10 years' experience in education.
• FREE access to more than 2,500 CPD courses, resources and webinars.
• A wide range of mainstream, SEN and alternative provision partnerships.
• Holiday and pension schemes where applicable.
• Access to permanent vacancies and teacher training opportunities.

If this Learning Support Assistant opportunity is of interest, speak with Charlie at Tradewind on 01727 236 255 for an informal, introductory conversation. You can also apply by sending your latest CV and cover letter to charlie.lumsdon@twrecruitment.com.

Location: Chesham, Buckinghamshire