Learning Support Assistant
- Daily Pay: £85-£110 depending on experience.
- Location: Bramley, Guildford
- Job Type: Full-time, term time.
Reed Education are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our SEMH School in Bramley, Guildford. This role involves supporting a child with severe learning disabilities 3 mornings a week, and the rest of the time you'll be supporting the classes as a Teaching Assistant. You'll be planning and delivering 1:1 support programmes to promote students' learning and emotional literacy, both in and out of the classroom, under the direction of the SENCO. The ideal candidate will provide a safe, stimulating, and therapeutic environment, fostering students' physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Build positive relationships with students, serving as an exemplary role model.
- Plan and deliver support programmes to develop students' social and emotional skills or to assist in whole class subject delivery.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies, raising concerns immediately.
- Liaise with teachers and staff regarding the needs and progress of students receiving support.
- Guide and mentor students to secure measurable and significant improvement.
- Work in partnership with the SENCO to ensure effective communication between the school and home.
- Support students with specific learning difficulties to encourage independence and reach their full potential.
- Maintain student records and reports as required.
- Utilise individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to set specific targets for students.
- Liaise with parents and take part in annual special needs review meetings.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with all school staff and external agencies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Relevant qualification to support the literacy and numeracy progress of students.
- Experience of working with children, particularly those with behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties and/or autistic spectrum conditions.
- Understanding and knowledge of current issues in education/social care.
- Detailed working knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
- Ability to motivate children and manage behaviour effectively.
- Competence with ICT and clear communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage own time and tasks.
- GCSE grade C or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent (desirable).
- Driving Licence (desirable).
Benefits:
- Paid holiday entitlement.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment.
To apply for the Learning Support Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.