Location: Southwark
Salary: £89 – £105 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term (Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4pm)
Start Date: ASAP

Ortus Recruitment are seeking a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in the London Borough of Southwark. The school offers a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential through creative and engaging learning experiences.

We’re looking for a kind, reliable, and empathetic individual who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and personal development. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact while developing their career within education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group assistance to pupils to help them access learning effectively.
• Offer help with classwork and homework, ensuring pupils stay motivated and on track.
• Prepare, organise, and tidy classroom resources and materials as needed throughout the day.
• Support students’ social, emotional, and mental wellbeing (SEMH) to promote positive behaviour and confidence.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and pupils to build strong relationships.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as printing, filing, and preparing resources.
• Contribute to after-school clubs and school activities when required.
• Offer tailored support to children with special educational needs (SEN) to enhance their progress and engagement.
• Encourage group participation and help pupils understand classroom materials in an interactive way.

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children in a classroom environment (face-to-face preferred).
• Experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and committed attitude towards working with children of all abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability when managing different classroom situations and behaviours.

Ortus Recruitment provides high-quality placements and maintaining excellent communication throughout the recruitment process. We’re seeking individuals who share our commitment to helping schools and pupils thrive.

If you’re enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take the next step in your education career, apply now with your full CV!

Location: Southwark
Salary: £89 – £105 (dependent on experience)
Type: Full-time, Long-term (Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4pm)
Start: ASAP

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