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Learning Support Assistant: Croydon
A friendly, inclusive and successful two-form entry primary school in Croydon is seeking a caring and committed SEN Learning Support Assistant to join its supportive team on a fixed-term basis.
The role offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to provide effective classroom and pastoral support to pupils across the school, with a particular focus on children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
The school has a caring and positive ethos, strong family values and a commitment to staff development. The successful candidate will join a supportive team that is passionate about helping every child develop, learn and achieve their full potential.
The Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
The Successful SEND Teaching Assistant Will
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
- Support children of all abilities to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.
- Work alongside class teachers to support learning and development.
- Deliver appropriate interventions to support individual pupil needs.
- Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and learning skills.
- Provide classroom and playground support across the school.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with individual pupils and groups.
- Adapt support and activities to meet the needs of individual children.
- Maintain high expectations for pupil behaviour, progress and achievement.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other members of the school team.
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The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant
The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who:
- Has an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification/experience.
- Has experience working within a primary school environment.
- Has experience supporting children with SEND, which would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Has a caring, positive and nurturing approach to working with children.
- Holds high expectations of pupils and themselves.
- Is flexible, committed and willing to go the extra mile for pupils.
- Has strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Can plan and deliver appropriate interventions.
- Is confident working with children of different ages and abilities.
- Is able to work effectively as part of a busy and inclusive school team.
- Understands and respects the distinctive nature of a Church of England school.
What the School Offers
The Successful Learning Support Assistant Will Benefit From
- A welcoming, positive and caring working environment.
- A strong focus on pupil and staff wellbeing.
- A supportive, dedicated and diverse staff team.
- Well-maintained school buildings and extensive grounds.
- A supportive and effective governing body.
- A strong wider school community.
- Enthusiastic, engaged and well-behaved pupils.
- A broad and engaging curriculum designed to support pupils to thrive and achieve.
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Location: Croydon
Contract: Fixed Term: 1 year
Hours: Full Time, 8:30am-3:30pm
Working Year: Term Time Only + INSET Days
This Learning Support Assistant position would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or aspiring education professional who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
The successful Learning Support Assistant will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils educational experiences while working within a caring, inclusive and supportive primary school environment.
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