Learning Support Assistant

Reading Full-Time 17200 - 20800 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can support children with additional needs? Are you seeking an opportunity where you can embark on a career in either psychology or education? An outstanding school in Reading is looking to employ a Learning Support Assistant to start as soon as possible. If you are keen to get started and are up for a challenge, then apply now!

The role of a Learning Support Assistant is a special one! You will be providing direct support and assistance to the students in the classroom. These students struggle with additional needs that include autism, ADHD, OCD, school avoidance, stress and anxiety. You will provide assistance in either 1 to 1 settings or in small groups. You will provide interventions that will help support the children and teach them healthy ways to cope and regulate their emotions. You will also be involved in helping with the general running of the classroom. This will include helping the class teacher with setting up lessons, preparing lessons, keeping the classroom a tidy and inviting environment, helping with general supervision and managing general classroom behaviour.

The ideal Learning Support Assistant will be kind, compassionate and have a passion for helping children. You will be up for a challenge and not only proactive but also take initiative. Many of the children that attend this school have education and health care plans, so you must be able to adapt your approach to meet the needs of the children.

You must have eligibility to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorships. You must also have an enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one.

Key information regarding the role:

Location: Reading
To start as soon as possible
Good travel links
£83 - £100 per day
Term time only
Full time or part time options are available
Valuable experience to add to your CV

If you feel you would be a great fit for this role - then apply now! Interviews will be taking place throughout this week and next week. You can apply directly to this advert.