Learning Support Assistant

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  • Abingdon, Oxfordshire
  • £85-100 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Learning support assistant - AbingdonKey information:
  • Role: Learning Support Assistant
  • Pay: £85-100 per day (Based on experience)
  • Location: Abingdon
  • Hours: Full-time (08:30-15:00, Term-time only)
  • Start date: ASAP
Academics are working with a wonderful specialist school in Abingdon that support children and young people aged 2-19 with complex learning needs. This wonderful school are looking for a bubbly learning support assistant to join their incredible team on a full-time basis, ASAP. This school prides itself in offering a tailored and specialized education to meet the individual needs of each student. A learning support assistant would play a vital role in supporting the education and development of the students.The day-to-day role of a Learning Support Assistant:
  • Supporting the personal, social and educational development of the students
  • Promoting inclusion and helping students to feel valued
  • Encouraging independence and confidence both socially and academically
  • Monitoring progress and reporting back to a wider team in order to provide high-quality care
  • Emotionally supporting the students and helping them to regulate their emotions
You would be a great learning support assistant if you:
  • Have excellent communication skills and can work both independently and collaboratively in a team
  • Have at least a grade C/ Level 4 GCSE in Maths and English
  • Can remain calm, empathetic and patient in challenging situations
  • Has previous experience working with children (Desired but not essential)
  • Is passionate about working with children with special educational needs
The job of a learning support assistant is never done. There is always something to do which brings an element of variety to the role. It is the perfect position for someone who values meaning in their career and wants to work in a rewarding job. If this sounds like you, and you can picture yourself working in this role, then apply today.Academics is an educational recruitment agency with extensive knowledge of the education system and a proven track record of placing outstanding staff in wonderful schools.

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