Learning Support Assistant

We are looking to appoint a qualified Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work one to one with pupils with Special Needs.  The role is term time only for 20 hours per week during normal school hours.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• To work in partnership with, and under the guidance of the SENCo and any other professionals (class teacher), concerning the educational, emotional, social and physical needs/well being of a named child.
• To liaise with SENCo and class teacher in delivering a planned programme of individualised work to the named child.
• To monitor and report on progress with the planned programme of individual work.
• To work with the child in a planned way individually, in a small group, or as part of the larger class or, when the teacher is working directly with the child, to work with other children.
• To help with setting up and maintaining activities which the named child is involved in.
• To maintain notes and observations/other records, as directed, concerning the named child.
• To play a part in the creation and maintenance of a happy, caring, and stimulating environment throughout the school by treating all children, parents and fellow professionals with kindness, openness and respect.

Qualities
Enthusiastic, self-motivated, demonstrate enthusiasm, drive and ability to work as part of a team and make use of their own initiative when appropriate.  Prior SEN experience required for 20 hours per week.  Have NVQ level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent qualifications or experience.