SEN learning support assistant - Stoke-on-Trent

1:1 SEN learning support Assistant - Stoke

Academics are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1-to-1 SEN Learning Support Practitioner to work within one of our partnering primary schools on a full-time basis until the end of the summer term. The successful candidate will work closely with a child with complex needs, providing personalised support to facilitate their learning and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one support to a child with complex needs in their educational activities.
• Create and implement individualised learning plans tailored to the specific needs of the pupil
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages the child's confidence and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to ensure consistency and effectiveness in the child's learning experience.
• Monitor and track the progress of the child, adjusting support strategies as needed to address any challenges or barriers to learning.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with complex needs, preferably in an educational setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of various special educational needs and the strategies to support them effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the learning and development of children with special needs.
• Relevant qualifications in education, special education, or a related field are desirable but not essential.

If you have experience of working with pupils with complex needs and looking for a long term position within a primary school for the summer term, please get in touch with Academics immediately.