Emotional and Academic Support Assistant

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young learners? Do you possess the skills to provide exceptional one-on-one support to help children thrive academically? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you at our vibrant and inclusive primary school.

Position: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Yatton

Start Date: May

Hours: Full-time, 9am-3:25pm

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Learning Support Assistant to support a child in our Year Four class. While the child has not yet been diagnosed, they require dedicated one-to-one support both inside and outside the classroom. Your invaluable assistance will help foster their learning, development, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities:

· Provide one-on-one support to the child, adapting teaching methods to suit their individual needs and learning style.

· Collaborate with the classroom teacher to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

· Assist the child in completing tasks, assignments, and activities to ensure their educational progress.

· Implement effective strategies to enhance the child's social and emotional development.

· Run small group sessions for boosters and interventions, helping children falling behind in class to catch up.

· Maintain accurate records of the child's progress, achievements, and areas of improvement.

· Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on the child's development.

Requirements:

· Relevant experience in supporting children with additional needs, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.

· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

· Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the development and well-being of young learners.

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

· The flexibility to adapt and adjust strategies to meet the unique needs of the child.

· A proactive and collaborative approach, working closely with the class teacher and other members of the school team.

The School:

· A welcoming and inclusive school community that values diversity and encourages personal growth.

· The opportunity to make a real impact on the life of a child, helping them overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

· Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

· A supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

· Competitive salary and benefits package.

Why Tradewind?

· Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice

· Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College

· Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you

· Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running

· We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as a Learning Support Assistant in North Somerset. Or for more information about the role, contact Hettie Irving on / #BRITA