Learning Support Assistant

OneSchool Global UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world with 125 campuses across 20 countries.

We have a fantastic opportunity at our Knockloughrim Campus for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join the team on a full time (37.5 hours per week), term time only, permanent basis.

Key responsibilities:

• To support learning and teaching across the curriculum, particularly for pupils with additional support needs in our primary and secondary school.
• To complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for joint-planning with teachers, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals / groups or short term for whole classes across all year groups in the school.
• Provide pupils with the level and type of support specified by the teacher or Learning Support Co-Ordinator.
• Provide learning support for pupils and teachers within a Self-Directed Learning philosophy.
• To work with pupils, understanding how to motivate and encourage them to achieve and develop through the development 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
• Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence.
• Contribute to, share in and promote the wider and longer-term vision of OneSchool Global UK
• Uphold and promulgate the OneSchool Global ethos within all areas of responsibility.

You will:

• Have recent experience as a Learning Support Assistant or a similar role or have a relevant life-experience and passion for working with students aged 7+.
• Have knowledge, or willingness to learn, of the National curriculum and additional support needs.  
• Have experience of working with children/ young people of relevant age in a learning environment or relevant work experience with transferrable skills.
• Have good communication skills written and verbal.
• Set an example of positive personal integrity and professionalism, with positive, appropriate and effective communications and relationships at all levels.
• Ensure high standards are maintained, progressed and promoted in all areas of work.

We offer:

• Supportive staff, and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals.
• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning
• Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students.
•  The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students.
• A competitive salary, Workplace Pension Scheme and Staff Referral scheme.
• Professional support from OneSchool Global UK to continually progress and develop your career- via our National Teacher Academy

If you would like to arrange a visit to the campus or an informal conversation regarding the role please contact Kris McClelland- Campus Principal- kris.mcclelland@uk.oneschoolglobal.com

For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: OneSchool Global UK Employment Opportunities - OneSchool Global or follow us on LinkedIn.

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th September 2024

Interviews with be held week commencing: 7th October 2024

OneSchool Global UK 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, online searches 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 2023 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.