Secondary School Learning Support Assistant

Progress Teachers are working to appoint an experienced Learning Support Assistant to support a local mainstream secondary school in its mission to widen accessibility for all pupils. The successful candidate will work closely with a caseload of pupils, aiding them to develop the tools needed to overcome barriers to learning and make academic and personal progress.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting class teachers / the SENDCO with day-to-day tasks
• Following the school’s rules and implementing the school’s ethos and values
• Being enthusiastic and promoting high expectations for pupils
• Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups
• Attending CPD to help you develop professional tools necessary to support a range of pupils with diverse SEN or SEMH requirements.
• Building and maintaining a positive relationship with students, whilst being a resilient character
• Looking after student’s physical, social, and emotional welfare

Why work with Progress Teachers?

• Long-term & Permanent Focus: Specialising in stability and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive Salary: Pay to Scale rates from day one through PAYE.
• 5 Star Reviewed Company: Positive experiences shared on Google reviews.
• Experienced Consultants: A collective 30 years’ experience in local education markets.
• £100 BONUS: Through our refer-a-friend scheme (no obligation to be working through us).

Whilst experience within education is highly advantageous, we welcome applications from those with careers in areas such as youth work, social work, children''s residential care etc., with transferrable skills that will prove invaluable to this role.