Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Role: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Dagenham

Salary: £85 - £95 per day (Annual salary available for permanent candidates)

Working hours: 8:30- 4:00

About the role

The SEN team are seeking a Learning Support Assistant who has experience working with pupils who have autism and challenging behaviour.

About the school

This 3 form Primary School recognises the value of all their staff members and treats all staff members with the upmost respect giving them training and support. They are now looking for an eager and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team from April 2024 for the full academic year.

The school is situated in the centre of Dagenham which is one the most progressive and attractive areas to work in London. It has easily accessible transport links to the rest of the city, giving you unlimited commuter freedom in and out of London. The school also has on site parking.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Learning Support Assistant you will:

• Have experience providing specialist support to children with autism and challenging behaviour
• Have experience working 1:1 and in small groups
• Have experience liaising with Parents and the SENCO on the child’s progress
• Have experience working with children within a primary school

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Experience working in a primary school

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Mubarak Jama on 020 7065 7500 or email Mubarak.Jama@smartteachers.co.uk.