Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Reading

Pay: £90.00 - £105.00/day

Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about helping children and young people reach their potential? Do you have experience supporting pupils or a strong interest in developing a career within education?

A friendly and inclusive specialist school in Reading is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. The school provides a structured environment where pupils receive personalised support to help them access learning and develop their independence.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with Teachers and other members of the support team to provide tailored assistance throughout the school day. You will support pupils with their academic development while also helping them build confidence, communication skills and positive relationships.

This Learning Support Assistant role will involve:

• Supporting pupils with their learning on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assisting pupils with classroom tasks and activities
• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties
• Encouraging engagement, confidence and independence
• Helping pupils overcome individual barriers to learning
• Supporting communication and social development
• Creating a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment
• Working alongside Teachers and experienced support staff
• ASAP start
• Reading location with excellent public transport links

The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who is caring, adaptable and committed to helping pupils achieve their potential. Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable, although candidates with transferable experience from care, support work, youth work or similar settings are also welcome.

This Learning Support Assistant role provides an excellent opportunity to gain further experience within a specialist school and develop skills that can support a future career in education, SEN or other child-focused professions.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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