At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional learning needs and create an inclusive classroom environment.
- Company: Vision for Education, a welcoming and inclusive specialist education setting.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and supportive career guidance.
- Other info: Flexible part-time options available; perfect for students looking to start a rewarding career.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or support roles is preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 25989 - 28142 £ per year.
Are you looking for a rewarding Learning Support Assistant job? Do you have a passion for helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential? Vision for Education is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive specialist education setting for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their dedicated team. As your employer, Vision for Education will support you throughout your career, offering expert guidance, ongoing professional development and access to a wide range of education opportunities. Whether you have previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Youth Worker, Care Worker, or you're looking to begin a career in education, we'd love to hear from you. If you're patient, resilient, compassionate and committed to making a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Salary & Hours
- Salary: £25,989-£28,142 FTE (actual term-time salary £22,879-£24,814).
- Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30am-4:00pm; Wednesday: 8:30am-4:30pm; Friday: 8:30am-3:30pm.
- Part-time applications are welcome (minimum of three full days per week).
About the Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers and pastoral staff to provide tailored support for students with additional learning needs. You'll help create an inclusive learning environment where every student feels supported, engaged and able to succeed. This is a varied and rewarding role that includes classroom support, one-to-one intervention, small group work, supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), promoting positive behaviour, assisting with learning activities and contributing to students' personal development.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
- Working closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning activities.
- Assisting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
- Encouraging confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
- Helping students overcome barriers to learning.
- Supporting literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
- Building positive relationships with students, parents, carers and colleagues.
- Supervising educational visits and enrichment activities.
- Assisting with assessments, examinations and classroom administration.
- Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion at all times.
What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in:
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Teaching Assistant (TA)
- SEN Teaching Assistant
- SEND Support Worker
- Behaviour Support Assistant
- Classroom Assistant
- Education Support Worker
- Youth Work
- Residential Childcare
- Care or Support Work
- Psychology or Education
Learning Support Assistant in Shaftesbury employer: Vision for Education Ltd
Vision for Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its educators while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. Located in Colchester, this role offers competitive pay, dedicated consultancy support, and access to ongoing training opportunities, making it an ideal environment for passionate Geography teachers eager to inspire students and develop their careers.
