Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location:

North West England, Lancashire, Skelmersdale

Job Type:

Temporary, expected to work Full-Time hours

Salary:

£12.90 - £14.00 Per hour

Job Duties:

• Provide support to students with learning difficulties or disabilities
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Support the classroom teacher in delivering lessons and activities
• Help students with personal care needs, if required
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers

Required Qualifications:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Experience working with individuals with special educational needs
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education:

Relevant qualification in Education or Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Experience:

Prior experience in a similar role within an educational setting

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of different learning needs and strategies to support them
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Patience and empathy towards students with learning difficulties

Preferred Qualifications:

• Higher-level qualification in Education or SEN
• Training in safeguarding and first aid

Working Conditions:

• Work in a school environment
• Potential exposure to challenging behaviour
• Regular interaction with students, teachers, and parents

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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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