Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel are currently working with a primary school based in Macclesfield seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and passionate about the social and academic development of young students.

About the role:

• Start date after Easter
• Full-time role
• Pay between £90-£120 (dependent on experience)
• School is in a great location with excellent transport links between Congleton and Stoke-on-Trent

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide 1-1 or small group support to students who require additional academic support, helping to create a positive learning environment. You will collaborate with teachers to implement individual learning plans, assist with emotional and behavioural support, and encourage student independence. Additionally, you will help monitor progress, offer feedback, and assist with classroom routines and resources to ensure students overall development and success.

What we’re looking for:

• A level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential for this role
• Experience within a primary school is necessary for this role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create a positive learning environment
• Safeguarding training (can be completed through Teaching Personnel)

To be considered for this role, applicants must have an enhanced child DBS registered on the update service or be willing to apply for one upon registering with Teaching Personnel.

Please apply with your up-to-date CV and contact details and a consultant will be in contact within 2 working days.

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.
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