Learning Support Assistant
The Hayling College, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0NUThis job expired on 19 June 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
19 June 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 June 2024
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Full time and part time hours available - term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- EHCC07 C
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our team and contribute to the academic and personal development of our students.
Role Overview: As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support students with varying educational needs, working closely with teachers and the SEN (Special Educational Needs) team to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Your role will involve assisting students in their academic progress, personal development, and social integration.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with additional needs.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt lesson plans and materials to meet the needs of students.
• Monitor and record students’ progress, providing feedback to teachers and the SEN team.
• Support students in developing independent learning and social skills.
• Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist with classroom management and organization.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
• Deal with behavioural and special needs issues in conjunction with the teacher
• Help implement lesson plans
• Provide feedback to pupils without reference to the teacher
• Take small class or small group of pupils for defined activities e.g. reading, in the presence of a class teacher
• Contribute with teacher to lesson contents and aims
• Support and work with teacher in testing/assessment
• Contribute with teacher to lesson contents and aims
• Support and work with teacher in testing/assessment
What the school offers its staff
We are actively working on reducing workload by concentrating on effective feedback
instead of marking, utilising technology to free up staff time and keeping a close eye on how
much effect behaviour has on staff time.
Our priorities for the coming year are to further reduce workload, support staff with the
external things that impact their wellbeing.
Diversity and inclusion of all is very important and that includes staff, as is meeting the need of all our staffing members. Our school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic environment where everyone can thrive.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
About The Hayling College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 565 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Hayling College website
- Email address
- emma.cooper@hayling.hants.sch.uk
The Hayling College is a coeducational foundation secondary school located on Hayling Island, Hampshire, serving students aged 11 to 16. The current enrolment stands at approximately 540. The college is led by Headteacher Mr. Martyn Reah.
Situated in a supportive local community, The Hayling College maintains strong connections with nearby primary schools, including Mill Rythe Junior School and Mengham Junior School, facilitating smooth transitions for students. The school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum.
Beyond academics, the college offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs and trips, to support students' personal development. A well-developed careers curriculum provides pupils with valuable work experience and regular interactions with employers and further education institutions, aiming to raise aspirations and prepare students for future opportunities.
The Hayling College is dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Arranging a visit to The Hayling College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email emma.cooper@hayling.hants.sch.uk.
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