Learning Support Assistant
Job description
Join Our Team as a Learning Support Assistant in Ferndown!
Location: Ferndown, Dorset
Contract Type: Full-time, with the potential for a permanent position
Start Date: Immediate
Are you passionate about making a real difference in students’ lives? Do you thrive in a supportive and inclusive educational environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Teaching Personnel Dorset is on the lookout for a committed Learning Support Assistant to work with one of our fantastic partner schools in Ferndown.
What You’ll Be Doing:
✔ Supporting Students: Work closely with students who have a range of learning needs, providing one-on-one and small group assistance.
✔ Collaborating with Teachers: Help create and deliver personalized learning plans to ensure every student reaches their potential.
✔ Promoting Inclusion: Foster a positive and inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported.
✔ Tracking Progress: Monitor and report on student progress, celebrating successes and identifying areas for improvement.
✔ Encouraging Independence: Empower students to develop confidence and self-reliance in their learning journey.
What We’re Looking For:
✔ Experience: Previous experience in a similar role is a bonus, but we value enthusiasm and a willingness to learn just as much!
✔ Skills: Strong communication, patience, and a nurturing attitude are essential. Knowledge of special educational needs (SEN) is a plus.
✔ Flexibility: Adaptable and ready to take on different challenges as they come.
✔ Commitment: A genuine passion for education and helping students achieve their best.
Why Join Us?
✔ Competitive Pay: We offer a salary that reflects your experience and dedication.
✔ Development Opportunities: Access to ongoing training and professional growth.
✔ Supportive Environment: Be part of a school community that values teamwork and student success.
✔ Meaningful Impact: Every day you’ll be making a difference in students’ lives.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re excited about this opportunity and believe you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect candidate for this role.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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