Level 2 Learning Support Assistant, Foundation Stage 1,

Job Description

Position: Full-Time Level 2 Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Birkenhead
Contract: January 2025 until Summer 2025

Join an amazing team at a primary school in Birkenhead as a Full-Time Level 2 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide essential support in Foundation Stage 1 (F1). This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with young learners and contribute to their development and well-being. If you are passionate about nurturing early years students and creating a positive learning environment, we welcome your application.

Key Responsibilities:
– Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and age-appropriate activities for children in Foundation Stage 1
– Assist students with their learning and social development, promoting independence and a love for learning
– Create a safe and stimulating learning environment that enhances children’s curiosity and exploration

Requirements:
– Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent
– Experience working with young children in an educational setting, preferably within the Foundation Stage
– Passion for early years education, with a caring and patient approach towards supporting children’s individual needs

Benefits:
– Opportunity to work in a vibrant and supportive school environment dedicated to the holistic development of young learners
– Gain valuable experience in early years education and make a significant impact on children’s formative years
– Collaborate with a team of dedicated educators and professionals focused on creating enriching learning experiences for students

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Full-Time Level 2 Learning Support Assistant at a primary school in Birkenhead, supporting children in Foundation Stage 1. Your commitment to nurturing young learners and fostering their development will play a crucial role in laying a strong foundation for their future academic and personal growth. We look forward to welcoming your application.

Teaching or classroom assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.

We specialise in recruiting teaching assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;

• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
• BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing)

We’ll also consider experienced learning support assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.

Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)

A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:

• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia
• Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties
• Physical Disabilities (PD)

As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills

Benefits of working with New Directions:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
• We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
• Recommend-a-friend scheme
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.