At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children in primary schools, helping them thrive and learn.
- Company: Vision for Education, a leading education recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, free training, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children is a plus; enthusiasm and communication skills are key.
The predicted salary is between 15750 - 19250 £ per year.
About the role
Learning Support Assistant – Primary Schools
About the Role
Vision for Education is looking to appoint caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to work across a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools in Thurrock.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential.
Whether you have previous experience working in education or transferable skills from a childcare, youth work or support background, we would love to hear from you.
We have flexible day-to-day supply, short-term, long-term and potential permanent opportunities available to suit your availability and career aspirations.
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will
- Support pupils in the classroom on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
- Work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities.
- Provide additional support to pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND where required.
- Encourage pupil confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
- Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
- Assist with classroom preparation and learning resources.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
- The Ideal Candidate
To be considered for this role, you will
- Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within a primary school or educational setting.
- Be patient, compassionate and enthusiastic about supporting children's learning.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be flexible, reliable and able to work as part of a team.
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one through Vision for Education.
- Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant are desirable but not essential.
- What Vision for Education Offers
- As a valued member of the Vision for Education team, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE (no umbrella companies).
- Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and availability.
- FREE access to high-quality CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, SEND awareness and classroom support training.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Pension contributions.
- Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions within local primary schools.
- A generous referral bonus when you recommend a friend or colleague (Terms and Conditions apply).
- About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment agency committed to matching talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities in schools across the UK.
We work closely with primary schools throughout Thurrock to provide high-quality staff who make a positive impact in the classroom every day.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and all relevant safer recruitment checks.
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