Learning Support Assistant
Exciting Opportunity: Learning Support Assistant in Brentford, London
Are you committed to supporting students with additional needs to overcome barriers to learning and achieve success? Join a welcoming primary school in Brentford as a Learning Support Assistant and provide invaluable assistance to students with a range of learning difficulties or disabilities. Ortus Recruitment is seeking a compassionate individual to join the supportive team and make a real difference in the lives of students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the SENCO and class teachers to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and deliver tailored support to students with additional needs
- Provide one-to-one and small group interventions to students to help them develop their literacy, numeracy, and social skills
- Support students in accessing the curriculum, promoting their independence, and building their confidence and self-esteem
- Collaborate with external professionals and agencies to ensure that students receive the necessary support and interventions to thrive academically and socially
- Previous experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN), preferably in a school or educational setting
- A caring and patient approach, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of students with additional needs
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals