The team at Ortus Recruitment work in collaboration with Primary/SEN schools and bring them together with individuals looking for opportunities in the education sector. We are dedicated to providing specialised and ongoing support to educators looking for full-time and long-term roles within schools in their local area. We work with a number of schools, all rated ‘Good‘ or ‘Outstanding‘ by Ofsted, with supportive senior leadership teams and opportunities for further career progression.

We are currently looking for a Year1 Learning Support Assistant with SEN experience who can support a pupil with ASD on a 1:1 level in a mainstream primary school in the London Borough of Brent. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who have SEN and behaviour management experience.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a safe and stimulating environment for the 1:1 pupil. They have a diagnosis of ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition) therefore require someone who can set boundaries, build a trusting relationship and implement effective strategies to aid in academic and social development. Your classroom responsibilities will include;

• managing behaviour effectively
• liaising with parents/carers
• monitoring progress through targets
• safeguarding/working alongside SENCo
• working alongside classroom teacher
• building nurturing attachments and fostering trust

The school prides itself on offering a diverse and inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities to thrive. Therefore they require someone who is willing to adhere to their ethos and values to ensure a positive impact on the children’s academic, social and emotional development.

This is a fantastic chance to be at the fore-front of children’s learning and development while being consistently aided and encouraged by the Senior Leadership Team and fellow staff members, with the potential to progress on to a Teacher Training programme if deemed an ideal candidate.

Requirements for the role:

• Good understanding of KS1 curriculum
• Behaviour management
• SEN experience
• Ability to problem solve and take initiative
• Good communication skills
• Nurturing and patient approach
• Competent literacy skill

Details about the role:

• Mon-Fri, 8:15am – 3:45pm
• No weekends
• Term time
• Long-term
• £400-£500 per week (PAYE)
• Potential to be placed on teacher training programme
• Generous referral scheme
• Continuous support/advice from specialist consultants

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.

If you believe to be a good match for this role, apply today with your full CV