LSA

Vacancy details:

* Job role: LSA - 1:1 SEN support within a Mainstream school

* Specialisms: EYFS - ASD, with pre-verbal language and personal care duties

* Start Date: 3rd February 2025

* Hours: 8:30-3:30pm (30-minute lunch break) - term-time only

* Contract Type: Potential temp-to-perm opportunities

* Salary: £435 (based on working 5 days a week)

The role:

4myschools is currently working with schools on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds to provide LSA long-term supply cover (temp-to-perm opportunity), offering a commitment of 3 or 5 days a week, specifically to support a child with an EHCP for ASD.

LSA Key Responsibilities:

* Deliver Engaging Learning Activities: You'll set up and promote learning activities prepared by the class teacher, ensuring they meet the individual needs of students and encourage engagement.

* Observations: Your observations will help the class teacher and SENDCo adapt lesson plans and strategies to better support the child's development.

* Classroom Management: You'll create a positive, inclusive classroom environment and use a variety of behaviour management strategies tailored to each child's specific needs.

* Individualised Support: You will also provide targeted support to pupils with specific learning and emotional needs, adapting your teaching methods and resources as necessary to help them overcome barriers to learning.

* Collaboration with colleagues and other professionals: Furthermore, you will work as a team to ensure a holistic approach to each pupil's development.

* Parental and Carer Engagement: You will also be responsible for communicating effectively with parents and carers, providing regular updates on pupil progress, and involving them in strategies to support their child's learning and well-being.

* Safeguarding and Well-being: Finally, it is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of pupils by adhering to safeguarding policies, identifying concerns, and implementing interventions to support their emotional and mental health.

Requirements:

As the ideal applicant, you will ideally have:

* Previous experience working with SEND.

* Knowledge and understanding of the challenges children with SEND face on a daily basis and how, as an LSA, your support and guidance can positively impact these challenges.

* Competencies in organisation, classroom management, building rapport, and adaptability.

* Strong communication skills that you can tailor to meet the needs of each student.

If you do not possess these skills and experiences, but are interested in this opportunity, call the office at (phone number removed). We are happy to discuss how we can help you begin your career working with children with SEND.

About 4myschools:

* 4myschools has received 5-star ratings from over 390 people!

* Award-winning agency!

* Best Company to Work for 2023

* Candidate Experience of the Year 2023

* Demonstrating High Standards in Recruitment 2022

* Temporary Worker of the Year 2022

Since our business opened in 2008, 4myschools has been supplying schools with dedicated and outstanding staff. Furthermore, we believe that our business has the power to change lives. By joining us, you will be making a difference.

4myschools committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to vetting checks in accordance with 4myschools' Safeguarding, Recruitment, and Vetting Policy.

Apply today for this LSA vacancy