Learning Support Assistant

The Mercian Trust

Learning Support Assistant

£11667

The Mercian Trust, Tipton Green, Sandwell

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 3 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our fantastic team of dedicated, hard-working colleagues, who contribute to a wonderful culture of work, supporting students with additional needs.

If you are determined to make a difference to the life chances of young people by raising standards, expectations and achievement we would like to hear from you.,

  • The Learning Support Assistant will be part of a dedicated team working to support students with additional needs, specifically those with speech, language, communication, social, and emotional difficulties.

  • The role involves supporting both individual and group work, assisting with the use of resources including IT, and helping students access the national curriculum.

  • Responsibilities also include monitoring and recording student progress, supervising students on school trips, and providing care and welfare support when needed., Support students in accordance with their Education, Health, and Care Plans.

  • Deliver pre-planned work under a teacher's direction.

  • Assist in assessing and recording student progress.

  • Supervise students during arrival, departure, and break times.

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and parents/carers.

  • Attend planning meetings and training sessions.

  • Participate in the preparation of resources and identify what is needed.