At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young learners in an all-girls secondary school to boost their confidence and independence.
- Company: Prospero Teaching, dedicated to empowering students through tailored support.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, rewarding experience, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a supportive environment with potential for personal growth.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant community and help shape the future of young women in education.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, strong communication skills, and a passion for learning support.
Learning Support Assistant
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire Pay: £100-£115 per day, depending on relevant experience Setting: All-girls secondary school
Prospero Teaching is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for an all-girls secondary school in Hatfield.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working with young people and can help students build confidence, stay engaged in lessons and become more independent learners.
You will work alongside teachers to support pupils who need additional help accessing the secondary curriculum.
Your responsibilities will include
Providing individual and small-group learning support.
Helping students understand instructions, organise their work and complete classroom tasks.
Supporting literacy, comprehension and written work across different subjects.
Adapting your approach to pupils' learning needs, including special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Encouraging participation, positive behaviour and independence.
Feeding back to teachers and the SENDCo on progress and any concerns.
We are looking for
Experience supporting children or young people, ideally as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
Clear communication and good literacy and numeracy skills.
A patient, consistent approach and the confidence to build positive relationships with secondary-age students.
An understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
Experience supporting autism, ADHD or specific learning difficulties would be useful.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and the relevant safeguarding and right-to-work checks
LSA in Hatfield employer: Prospero Teaching London
Prospero Teaching London provides a nurturing environment for recent graduates looking to start their teaching careers. With a focus on mentorship and professional development, the company supports educators in making a meaningful impact in students' lives. Opportunities to specialise in various subjects further enhance the appeal of working with Prospero Teaching London.
