1-1 Learning Support Assistant
- Location: Kensington and Chelsea, London
- School: Ofsted Outstanding Primary School
- Position: Full-Time, Contract, Primary 1-1 Teaching Assistant
- Start Date: 4th September 2024
A delightful Catholic primary school in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea is seeking a Special Educational Needs Learning Support Assistant to work 1-1 with a child in Year 3. This child has global delay, social, emotional and mental health needs, and delayed speech and language development. The school are looking to hire a LSA who has previous experience working with Primary aged children with SEN. This is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral member of this warm and welcoming school community. As a small, one-form entry school, you will have the opportunity to develop close relationships with the children, their families and other members of staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1-1 support: Work directly with a Year 3 child with global delay, social, emotional and mental health needs, and speech and language difficulties.
- Implement and adapt learning activities: Design and modify activities to meet the child's specific learning requirements.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive environment: Create a welcoming and inclusive classroom atmosphere that supports the child's learning and emotional needs.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders: Work closely with the SENDCO, classroom teacher, and parents to monitor and report on the child's progress.
- Social and emotional learning (SEL) interventions: Conduct SEL interventions to enhance the child's decision-making skills, interactions with others, and self-management of emotions.
- Speech and language support: Assist with activities and exercises recommended by speech and language therapists to support the child's communication development.
Requirements:
- Experience with special educational needs: Proven experience working with children who have special educational needs, particularly those with global delay and social, emotional, and mental health needs.
- Classroom experience: Previous experience working in a classroom setting.
- Understanding of global delay and associated learning needs: In-depth knowledge of the educational and developmental challenges associated with global delay.
- Strong interpersonal skills: Ability to quickly build rapport and establish a positive relationship with the child.
- Effective communication: Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with school staff and parents.
- Patience and empathy: A patient and empathetic approach, with a passion for supporting the individual needs of students.
- Flexibility and adaptability: Ability to adapt teaching methods and strategies to meet the changing needs of the child.
The school are holding trials from 8th- 19th July so if you are interested in this role, please submit your CV ASAP to ensure that you don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'