Learning Support Assistant

At OneSchool Global UK Biggleswade Campus, we take a forward-looking and pioneering approach to education. While academic excellence has been and always will be a priority, we challenge outdated educational practices with our Self-Directed Learning program. We place the focus on how students are learning, rather than merely on what is being taught. Our cutting-edge learning environment, the embeddedness of technology and ultimately our students are a testament to this. 

Our small and friendly team are seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join the team on a full time, permanent basis. The role will include working with students of various needs including ASD, 1:1, groups, classes and different age groups. Positive handling will be required. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and highly motivated LSA to provide support for SEND students and assist the Learning Support Coordinator where necessary.

Our schools offer achievement, opportunity and professional challenge to our students within a supportive environment. The students have a passion and desire to excel in learning. We are looking for conscientious and hard-working individuals who are passionate about education, pay meticulous attention to detail and who wish to maintain our environment to the highest standard. Our goal is to become a leading-edge school in every aspect.

N.B. Visits prior to application are warmly welcomed so you can come and see for yourself what makes OneSchool Global UK such a special and unique place to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• To provide in class support to SEND students under the direction of the Learning Support Coordinator

• To work with teachers to support the learning, educational progress and inclusion of pupil(s) with an EHCP

• Organise and manage all necessary resources and an appropriate learning environment

• Assess, manage and deliver learning support to SEND students using knowledge and specialist skills

• To act as a Key Worker for identified pupils, regularly liaising with parents and staff to ensure progress against Learning Plan targets

• To work closely with allocated pupils, understanding how to motivate and encourage them to achieve and progress through the development of their Attributes, Skills and Knowledge (ASK)

• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage in all activities through support of their Attributes, Skills and Knowledge

• To build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, treat them consistently and be concerned for their development as learners, supporting them and responding to their individual needs

• Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies

• Work within an established discipline policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self-control and independence

• To be familiar with the school curriculum, the age-related expectations of pupils and main teaching methods for age ranges in which you are involved

The successful applicant will:

• Be adaptable, resilient and have a desire to make a lasting difference to the lives of our students

• Have relevant qualifications or experience working in a school with pupils requiring additional support 

• Enjoy being part of a supportive team

• Be caring and enthusiastic

• Respect the school’s Ethos and Values

In return we offer: 

• Enthusiastic and respectful students

• Modest class sizes

• An already successful school with excellent and outstanding aspects 

• A strong team of specialist staff

• Support from colleagues within the network of OneSchool Global regional schools

• New and exciting concepts in education, which include Self-Directed Learning across all OneSchool Global UK schools

For more information about OneSchool Global UK or specific information relating to our Campus please visit https://www.oneschoolglobal.com/ or follow us on LinkedIn at OneSchool Global 

To organise a visit please contact the campus directly on 01767 602 800. For an informal discussion please contact Melissa Podlaski on 0330 055 5600, or for an application pack please e-mail flt.recruit@focus-school.com 

Closing Date for application forms: Monday 3rd June 2019

Interviews will be held week commencing: TBC

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES 

OneSchool Global UK Biggleswade Campus is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2018 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

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