A Learning Support Assistant post at Greenshaw High School, a Sutton secondary, supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. The work centres on building students' independence and helping them access inclusive lessons alongside class teachers, through scaffolding, self-regulation support and intervention sessions. Candidates need prior work with children or young people and the composure to manage challenging behaviour and distressing situations. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post can start as soon as possible.
What the job involves
- Scaffolding learning for SEND students in class, working alongside class teachers
- Building student independence and self-regulation
- Helping students access inclusive, high-quality classrooms
- Contributing to students' academic progress and social development
- Understanding and responding to each student's individual needs
- Supporting students during exams and assessments
- Running intervention sessions for selected students
- Developing own practice through collaboration with colleagues
Experience
- Proven experience working with children or young people in an educational, care or community or youth setting
Skills & knowledge
- Engaging and motivating students who may present challenging behaviour
- Remaining professional when facing emotive and distressing difficulties
- Communicating clearly, professionally and sensitively with colleagues and parents
Other
- Commitment to safeguarding children
What’s offered
- Professional development and career progression
- Generous pension scheme
- Blue Light Card
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Gym discounts
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Being part of a great team in an expanding organisation
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
