1:1 Learning Support Assistant

Job Overview

Longacre School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our team starting in January 2025. The role will involve working with one or more pupils on a 1:1 basis to achieve their full potential in school, both academically and socially and ensuring that the child is able to access the curriculum and fully engage in school life, embracing the Longacre way.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support for an individual child inside and outside the classroom, during break, lunch times and outdoor lessons, to enable them to interact with others and engage in activities led by all teachers.
• Make reasonable adjustments to aid the pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own.
• Supervise and provide particular support for the pupil, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
• Engage children in play-based learning activities that promote social skills, communication, and cognitive development.
• Monitor children's progress and behaviour, providing feedback to parents and teachers as necessary.
• Maintain a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring that all health and safety regulations are adhered to.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills related to special education and child development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• A background in special education or related fields is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children of varying ages and abilities.
• A genuine interest in educating and supporting young children in their developmental journey.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards working with diverse populations.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being capable of taking initiative when required.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

To apply for the role please fully complete the application form and supporting documents and send to careers@longacreschool.co.uk. The closing date for applications is 2nd December 2024. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date and to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

The role will be a zero hours, term time only, fixed term contract working between 5 and 10 hours per week. Some flexibility with hours may be required.

Longacre School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.