Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs)
Location: Scunthorpe
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our supportive school community in Scunthorpe. This is a full-time position, working closely with pupils who have special educational needs, including autism and ADHD. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping students access learning, develop social skills, and reach their full potential in a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Support pupils with autism and ADHD in managing behaviour and staying focused
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (desirable)
• Understanding of autism and ADHD, and strategies to support these needs
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks

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