Job Title: Learning Support Assistant in a Special School
Location: Gloucestershire
Position Type: Full-Time | Monday – Friday (32.5 hours)
About Us: Join our dynamic and supportive team, dedicated to providing committed, passionate staff to schools in your area, so that you can ensure a high-quality education for students of all abilities and backgrounds. We believe in creating an inclusive, nurturing environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in helping students thrive and achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support classroom teachers in delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects.
- Assist with individual and small group work to ensure all students receive personalized attention.
- Help maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment.
- Provide support for students with special educational needs (SEN) as required.
- Assist with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and resource management.
- Supervise students during break times, field trips, and extracurricular activities.
- Promote positive behaviour and encourage active participation.
- Work flexibly across various year groups and subjects as needed.
What We Offer:
- Flexible Working Hours: Ideal for those balancing other commitments or studying, with full or part-time options.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- Opportunity to make a real difference in students’ lives.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience working with children with SEN.
- A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, such as ‘Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools’ is preferred.
- Passion for education and helping students succeed.
- Ability to adapt to different classroom environments and work effectively with students of all abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this flexible role and we’ll be sure to get in touch with you to discuss your application!
Team Educate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, along with other relevant pre-employment and referencing checks, in accordance with our safeguarding policies and procedures. We take child protection seriously and expect all staff to adhere to the highest standards of professional conduct in this area.