Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team in supporting children in Key Stage 2. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about education and committed to helping our students reach their full potential.

About the role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and development of students in KS2. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing individualized support to students, including those with special educational needs.
• Assisting the classroom teacher with lesson preparation and delivery.
• Working with small groups to enhance learning outcomes and address specific needs.
• Supporting students' emotional and social development through positive reinforcement.
• Monitoring and reporting on student progress to teachers and parents.
• Helping to create an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

About the school

Located in the heart of Manor Park, Newham, we are a vibrant and inclusive primary school that prides itself on providing a supportive and stimulating environment for all students. Our school community is diverse and committed to fostering a love of learning in every child. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum and have a strong focus on nurturing each child's unique talents and abilities.

Requirements

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

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Be patient, empathetic,and have a positive attitude towards learning

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

• Previous experience working with children, ideally in an educational setting

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.