Learning Support Assistant

A dedicated school for children aged 7-19 years, based in Horsham, who have special educational challenges, are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join their team of highly experienced professionals.

The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Benefits of working as a Learning Support Assistant:

• Discounted or free food
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant:

• Working as directed by the Classroom Teachers and Senior Leadership Team.
• Understand how a pupil's learning is affected by their physical, intellectual, emotional and social development and understand the stages of child development.
• Make effective and efficient use of ICT for classroom and management support.
• Provide support and encouragement to children and young people.
• Challenge and motivate pupils, promote and reinforce self-esteem.
• Participate in the marking of pupils' work and accurately record achievement/progress.
• Encourage children to value their experiences and knowledge.
• Be familiar and keep up to date with the school's systems and structures as outlined in policy documents including Health and Safety and Child Protection policies.
• Be familiar and up to date with SEN Code of Practice.

Requirements of a Learning Support Assistant:

• Impose patience and understanding.
• Always be adaptable in any give situation.
• Be able to develop strong and positive relationships with children.
• Committed to working as part of a team.

Preffered Experience:

• SEN: 1 year

Enhanced DBS needed.

Interviews are commencing immediately, apply today to ensure you do NOT miss out!