Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School

Location: Central Manchester

Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Potential: Temp-to-Perm

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Aspire People are currently working in partnership with a well-established secondary school within a trust in Central Manchester, who are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to develop their career within education. For the right candidate, there is also the potential for the position to become permanent following a successful temporary period.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support students across the school, helping them to access learning and reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Providing academic and pastoral support to secondary-aged students.

* Supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

* Working with students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

* Assisting students in accessing the curriculum and completing learning activities.

* Supporting students to develop their confidence, independence and engagement.

* Working closely with teachers and the wider support team to ensure students receive appropriate support.

* Helping to create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is particularly interested in hearing from candidates who are:

* Graduates looking to pursue a career in education, teaching, psychology, SEN or a related field.

* Experienced in working with children or young people.

* Able to demonstrate previous tutoring experience.

* Experienced in an educational setting, such as a school, college or tuition centre.

* Able to demonstrate relevant placement experience working with children.

* Passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed.

* Patient, approachable, resilient and confident.

* Able to build positive relationships with students.

* A strong communicator who can work effectively as part of a team.

An enhanced DBS will be required for this role, on the update service, or willing to pay for a new DBS.

Previous experience supporting students with SEN is desirable but not essentia...