At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs in the classroom and during school activities.
- Company: Phoenix School, committed to raising achievement and innovation.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in education and make a real difference.
- Other info: Maternity cover until July 2027 with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team and help shape the future of young people.
- Qualifications: GCSE grade 4 or above; experience with children is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Maternity Leave cover until July 2027. Phoenix is an ambitious and outward looking school, fully committed to raising achievement for students, developing and retaining high quality staff and curriculum innovation. Assessed as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2023, our success is underpinned by a relentless focus on raising standards and improving the quality of provision in every area.
We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our team of dedicated, hard-working colleagues, who contribute to an established culture of supporting students with additional needs. If you are determined to make a difference to the life chances of young people by raising standards, expectations and achievement we would like to hear from you. Please see our Job Description and Person Specification for more details about this role.
Some of the duties and responsibilities are:
- Provide classroom support for students with speech, language and communication, social and emotional difficulties through:
- Supporting individual and group work to raise core skills, supporting Personalised Learning Plans and help students access the national curriculum.
- Assisting students to access the school curriculum and in the use of general support to students in line with Education, Health and Care Plans or planned provision.
- Assisting in the assessment of students’ attainment and with the recording and monitoring of students’ progress.
- Assisting with the supervision of students on school trips/visits.
You will have attained GCSE grade 4 or above (or an equivalent qualification) and ideally, will have experience of working with children or young people in an education setting.
Learning Support Assistant - Level 2 employer: Phoenix Collegiate
Phoenix School is an excellent employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and innovative work environment for its staff. With a strong commitment to professional development and a culture that values collaboration, employees are encouraged to grow and make a meaningful impact on students' lives. Located in a vibrant community, the school offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the educational journey of young people while being part of a team that prioritises high standards and achievement.
