Leader Education are seeking a Graduate Learning Support Assistant (LSA), for a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) school in Newcastle and North Tyneside.

It is desirable for the successful LSA to have gained their degree in a relevant field or to have had recent experience in a similar role.

This position creates a fantastic opportunity for classroom development and a great way to get further exposure and experience. Leader Education can offer free training and continued personal development courses to further enhance the successful candidate's skills and training. This role will include working with children from Key Stage 1 through to 4 and will involve working 1:1 and in small groups.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday from 8:30am until 4:30pm and is a long-term position.

The successful candidate will have:

• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or the willingness to obtain one
• An ability to follow instructions, school's policies and procedures
• The ability to work well in a team and be able work with others in a collaborative manner
• Be patient, considerate, and to be a good amount of compassionate
• A genuine interest for the well-being of all children
• To ability to support the teacher with planning lessons and activities within the educational setting
• A proactive personality and can assist with the preparation of materials for lessons
• Supervision skills towards the students during activities
• Skills such as providing good communication towards staff members, parents, and carers
• Support the students with their individual needs
• Maintain the cleanliness and keep the student's environment safe and clear

Leader Education can offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free mandatory training
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please apply with your CV or call us on #removed#.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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