Learning Support Assistant Essex

Teaching Vacancies

Learning Support Assistant – Essex

Key Responsibilities

  • Working with children in a school or early years setting.
  • Effective interaction with both children and adults.
  • Managing tasks efficiently and collaborating with colleagues.
  • Working independently and taking initiative.
  • Remaining calm under pressure and maintaining composure in challenging situations.

Skills and Expertise

  • Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths grades A-C or equivalent).
  • NVQ Level 2 in learning support / early years or equivalent qualification or experience.
  • Proven experience working with children.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good subject knowledge in English and Maths.
  • Ability to overcome communication barriers and build rapport with diverse individuals.
  • Understanding of social and emotional well-being.
  • Effective organisational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Job Facilities/Benefits

  • Engaged and enthusiastic pupils.
  • Forward-thinking, proactive Trust.
  • Dynamic and collaborative team.
  • Ongoing training opportunities.
  • Additional week’s holiday in October.
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance programme.

To apply for this job please visit teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk.

Posting date:
09 January 2025
Hours:
Part time
Closing date:
27 January 2025
Location:
Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 9QA
Company:
Teaching Vacancies
Job type:
Contract
Job reference:
db716391-430c-4d37-9c6d-db68532eca88