Learning Support Assistant

The role will include running specific programmes and activities to assist the pupil's individual learning and social needs., and will be responsible for implementing the targets on the pupil's Individual Education Plan (IEP) in liaison with the SENDCo.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young person by helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Pupil Progress (SENDCo), teaching staff, senior leadership team, and external professionals such as Speech and Language Therapists and Educational Psychologists.

We are a large, friendly department consisting of a SENDCo, an Assistant SENDCo, three additional specialist teachers, a teacher of EAL, a maths tutor, and a dedicated SEND assistant. We work closely with staff across the school to support our pupils with SEND. Our main aim is to support our pupils to become resilient, confident and happy learners, who are empowered to achieve their potential. You will be expected to work collaboratively with classroom teachers to support the pupil to complete specific tasks in their lessons, and to develop their confidence and independence.