Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant | Leicester LE2 | 95-105 per day | Long Term to Permanent | ASAP Start

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a fresh challenge in education?

As a Teaching Assistant in a specialist school, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with a range of challenges, including social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. You'll work closely with a diverse group of learners, tailoring your approach to their unique needs and encouraging engagement through creative and innovative methods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the teacher to deliver alternative, stimulating approaches for students with SEN needs, including ASD and ADHD.
• Set individualized targets for students and monitor their progress.
• Ensure each student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
• Support students in resolving any challenges they face, fostering positive outcomes.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Confident in working with children who display challenging behaviours.
• Possesses an outgoing, nurturing personality.
• Interested in starting or furthering a career in education.
• Committed to supporting SEMH learners.
• A reliable and approachable presence for both students and staff.

Essential Requirements:

• The right to work in the UK.
• An enhanced child-barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or a willingness to apply for one.
• Two professional child-related references covering the last two years.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of SEMH learners and this opportunity excites you, please upload your CV via the application page or contact Reuben at LTF Recruitment directly.