Learning Support Assistant

Description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Barnet, working across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 with a focus on supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a vibrant school community that values every individual. You will work closely with teachers and the SEN department to provide tailored support, ensuring all students can access the curriculum and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with diverse learning needs.

• Assist in adapting lesson materials to suit individual learning styles.

• Encourage and promote student independence and confidence.

• Support classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.

• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to track student progress.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient, and committed to helping every student reach their potential.

• Adaptable and able to work effectively in a fast-paced classroom environment.

• Experienced in working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential).

• A team player with excellent communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive, inclusive school with a friendly and collaborative staff team.

• Gain valuable experience that can lead to teacher training or further SEN qualifications.

• Enjoy the reward of making a meaningful impact on students’ lives every day.

• If you’re ready to inspire, support, and grow alongside your students, we’d love to hear from you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

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