Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Amersham, Buckinghamshire

Learning support opportunities across primary, secondary and SEN education.

Opportunities include whole-class, intervention and 1:1 pupil support.

An experienced Learning Support Assistant is required to join school-based teams supporting pupils across primary, secondary and SEN provisions in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. These opportunities are suited to professionals with previous experience working with young people, who can provide consistent and effective classroom support.

What Makes These Opportunities Different?

Rather than being limited to one type of support, available positions can involve a mixture of whole-class assistance, small-group intervention work and 1:1 pupil support.

This could include helping pupils understand and complete classroom tasks, reinforcing learning introduced by the teacher, supporting pupils who require additional assistance or helping individuals develop greater independence.

There are opportunities within mainstream and specialist environments, providing scope for candidates with different areas of education experience.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils throughout lessons and learning activities.
• Provide individual assistance where identified by the school.
• Assist with intervention programmes and targeted learning.
• Encourage pupils to participate positively in lessons.
• Help maintain an orderly and supportive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers and wider support teams.
• Support pupils with their academic, social and emotional development.
• Follow school procedures and individual pupil strategies.
• Promote independence rather than creating unnecessary reliance on adult support.

You will need:

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, consistency and professionalism.
• The ability to respond appropriately to different pupil needs.
• A genuine interest in supporting young people to progress.

SEN experience is beneficial, although candidates with strong transferable experience will also be considered.

Benefits of Working with Tradewind

You will receive support from Charlie, an education consultant with over 10 years of experience within the education sector, alongside a streamlined onboarding process.

Tradewind also provides FREE access to 2,500+ CPD courses, webinars and resources, alongside opportunities within mainstream, SEN and alternative provision settings. Holiday and pension schemes are available, with permanent and teacher training opportunities also available through partner schools.

To discuss this Learning Support Assistant vacancy, contact Charlie at Tradewind on 01727 236 255 for an introductory and informal conversation. Applications can also be made by sending an up-to-date CV and cover letter to charlie.lumsdon@twrecruitment.com.