Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a new Learning Support Assistant to join a wonderful all-through school in the Brent area. This full-time role, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm, involves working closely with the teacher to support a student with severe ASD.

Position Details:

• Role: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 am to 4:00 pm
• Start Date: ASAP

About the Role: As a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will:

• Support Student Development: Assist a Year 2 boy with severe ASD, helping him manage his social, emotional, and behavioral needs, including dealing with challenging behaviors such as overstimulation, which may lead to physical outbursts like kicking, pushing, or hitting.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with teachers and staff to create a safe and supportive learning environment tailored to the student's needs.
• Personalized Support: Provide focused, one-on-one support for the student with ASD, ensuring he receives the care and attention required to meet his developmental milestones.
• Assistive Learning: Help teachers plan activities, prepare materials, maintain records, and perform administrative tasks that enhance the student's learning experience.

What We're Looking For:

• Commitment: Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, available to start immediately.
• Experience: While prior experience in a school setting is advantageous, we welcome candidates with any relevant experience working with children in the UK.
• Flexibility: Willingness to assist with personal care if needed and to work with children with SEND (Special Educational Needs).
• Compliance: Must have, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced Child-Only DBS check.
• Location: Ideally reside in or near Brent, or have reliable transport to commute to the area.

Why Register with Envision Education:

• Specialists in securing long term and permanent placements for Teachers and a range of support staff
• Able to find jobs that meet your preferences whether that be location, type of job, pay expectations etc
• Quick and efficient registration process / Interview via zoom currently
• Excellent track record in securing jobs quickly and efficiently for professionals in Education
• Friendly team who always have their job seekers' interests at heart
• Rated 4.9 out of 5 on google!
• Free CPD courses worth £144.50 once cleared to work
• We work with primary, secondary and SEN Schools across London and the Home Counties

Please apply with your full up to date CV asap!

Pay rate is dependent on qualifications, experience and skills.

Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Envision Education is also committed to following a policy of equal opportunities.

We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.

You must be a UK resident or hold a full UK visa and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.

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