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Learning Support Assistant

Engage 2
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF2 8TY

Salary

£20,000 - £24,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Learning Support Assistant is available at a school in Wakefield, focusing on engaging with students to empower their decision-making.
  • Candidates are expected to have at least one year of experience working with children, ideally with special educational needs.
  • The role involves supporting students one-on-one or in small groups, providing feedback to teachers and parents, and collaborating with other support staff.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, with full-time and part-time positions available.
  • Ideal candidates should be enthusiastic and proactive, capable of building strong relationships with pupils to help them reach their full potential.
Learning Support Assistant for a school in Wakefield.About the role:

This role is focused around engaging with students and empowering them to make informed decisions about their own lives.

Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we’re looking for more high-quality mentors to work with these schools to positively impact the progress and attainment of their pupils.

Your Role:
  • Supporting on a one-to-one basis or in small groups

  • Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class and minimise disruption

  • Providing feedback to teachers and parents

  • You may be assisting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Severe Learning Difficulties and other Learning Disabilities

The ideal candidate:
  • Outgoing and mentoring manner

  • Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children reach their full potential

  • You will be expected to think on your feet and be proactive as no day will be the same, so being prepared is vital.

  • Ability to form excellent relationships and rapport with pupils

Highlights of becoming an Engage Teaching Assistant:
  • Full-time and part-time positions available

  • Develop your knowledge of the national curriculum

  • Ideal post for graduates looking to move into a career in teaching

  • Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

How to apply:

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly.

If you’re not contacted within 2-4 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with GDPR requirements.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.