Learning Support Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Bradford, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Secondary Education - Support Staff/ Supervisor |
| Salary | £95 - £120 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | LSABD_1792143395 |
| Job Views | 9 |
- Description
Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School
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The Role
We are working in partnership with a supportive secondary school in the Bradford area who are looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team.
The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access the curriculum, including students with SEND, learning difficulties and additional needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is patient, approachable and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and make positive progress.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils across the school
- Support students with SEND and additional learning needs
- Assist pupils with accessing lessons and completing classroom activities
- Work alongside teachers and the SEND team to implement appropriate support strategies
- Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning
- Support pupils with behaviour, organisation and emotional regulation where required
- Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching and pastoral staff
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience supporting children or young people is desirable
- Experience within a secondary school, SEND or youth setting would be advantageous
- A calm, patient and consistent approach
- Confident building positive relationships with young people
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs
- Willingness to undertake all required safeguarding and compliance checks
Why Apply?
- Full-time, long-term opportunity
- Supportive school and SEND department
- Opportunity to gain valuable secondary school experience
- Competitive rates of pay
- Ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant
- Further opportunities available across Bradford and West Yorkshire
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or support worker looking for your next opportunity in Bradford, we would be keen to hear from you.
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.'
