Learning Support Assistant - Primary School

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I am currently looking for a learning support assistant for a Cardiff Primary School to start after the half term break (November‘24). The school we are working alongside have specified they need someone who feels confident working with a diverse group of individuals as you will be tasked with supporting pupils in a mainstream setting that may have varying additional learning needs.

The school have a high number of Looked after children (LAC) so you will need to be able to support pupils who come from a vulnerable background.

After speaking with the school’s senior leadership team we were asked to support with their recruitment for a learning support assistant due to 2 pupils requiring additional support for the rest of the academic year. Your time will be split between the 2 pupils and you will be tasked with building relationships quickly and efficiently on a one-to-one basis.

The successful Learning support assistant must be able to communicate effectively and have the ability to build relationships with pupils that often struggle with their concentration. The 2 individuals you will be supporting both have additional learning needs and will need someone that can communicate effectively and break down tasks set by the class Teachers/leaders.

The Role
  • Learning Support Assistant Vacancy – November start date
  • Full Time Mon-Fri for the full academic year
  • Potential of a School contract being offered after successful probation period
  • Supporting primary aged pupils with additional learning needs & challenging behaviour
  • Communicating effectively to pupils and Teachers in order to develop schemes of work
  • Build relationships and become a role model to your pupil on a one-to-one basis
  • Pay From £420 per week

This opportunity would be perfect for someone looking for a new challenge within the education sector. If you are interested in this role then please give me a call or send through an up-to-date CV through the link provided.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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