Learning Support Assistant

A school in Barnet is a vibrant and inclusive learning community committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for all students. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced 1-1 Support Assistant to join our team and work with a child in Year 5 who has mild learning difficulties.

Responsibilities:

-Provide one-on-one support to a Year 5 student with mild learning difficulties, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
-Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to the student's specific needs.
-Collaborate with the class teacher and Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to develop and adapt teaching materials.
-Support the student in accessing the curriculum, ensuring personalized learning objectives are met.
-Foster a supportive and encouraging atmosphere to enhance the student's social and emotional development.
-Implement strategies to promote independence and self-esteem.

Requirements:

-Previous experience working with students with mild learning difficulties.
-Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting the educational development of all students.
-Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, parents, and the SENCO.
-Relevant qualifications in Special Education or related field preferred.
-Training and Development:
-The successful candidate will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge in supporting students with mild learning difficulties.

Why Horizon Teachers?

-We offer both PAYE and Payroll Company pay solution and we will uplift your pay rate to pay you the permanent equivalent pay after 12 weeks in the role.
-A team of specialist education consultants with many years of experience and including many ex-teachers
-We will work with your existing Payroll Company upon request.
-Earn up to £200 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals.
-We are one of the highest rated agencies with 4.8* Google rating from teachers, support staff and schools we have helped.
-We are committed to your safety. We are conducting video consultations at this time in order to protect the health and welfare of our team, teachers and teaching support staff.

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. 

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