Learning Support Assistant, Year 3, Wirral

Job Description

Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Wallasey
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Contract Duration: Until Summer 2025
Hours: Mornings Only
Year Group: Year 3

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a wonderful primary school in Wallasey. This part-time role focuses on providing support to Year 3 students during their morning sessions, helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:
– Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities for Year 3 students.
– Provide targeted support to individual students or small groups, fostering their academic and personal development.
– Help create a nurturing classroom atmosphere that promotes confidence and enthusiasm for learning.
– Support the social and emotional needs of the students, encouraging positive behaviour and interactions.
– Communicate effectively with teachers and parents regarding student progress and well-being.

Qualifications and Requirements:
– Previous experience working with children, ideally in a primary school setting.
– Strong communication skills and a patient, supportive approach to learning.
– A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential.
– Relevant qualifications or training in education or child development would be advantageous.

This school is committed to creating a warm and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students while becoming part of a friendly and supportive team.

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.