Job Description Learning Support Assistant
Reporting to: Inclusion Lead/SENDCo
Hours: 32.5 term-time only
Disclosure level: Enhanced
Role Purpose: Overview of the Job
To work under the instruction / guidance of teaching / senior staff to undertake work /
care / support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the
teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in
the classroom or outside the main teaching area.
Support for Pupils
Supervise and provide particular support of pupils, including those with special
needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/
Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes.
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them
according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities lead by the
teacher
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and
independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the
guidance of the teacher.
To undertake lunch time duties ensuring pupils are cared for and have a range
of activities to engage them and promote positive behaviour
During 30 minutes at lunchtime, supervise pupils in the playground and lunch
hall and plan and organise play time activities.
Support for Teachers
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in
accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning
goals
Assist with the planning of learning activities
Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record
achievement/progress as directed
Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupil’s achievement,
progress, problems etc.
Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in
line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their
own behaviour
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers
Administer routine tests and invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of
pupils’ work set and supported by Learning Support Assistant.
Support for the Curriculum
Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes,
adjusting activities according to pupil responses
Undertake programmes linked to local and national learning strategies
recording achievement and progress and feeding back to the teacher
Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence
and independence in its use
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson
plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use
Support for the school
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child
protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection,
reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to
opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance
development as required
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and
after school and at lunchtime
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities
as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the
teacher
Provide personal care if/ when needed in line with the school’s personal care
policy, including dealing with spillages and bodily fluids.
To undertake any reasonable duties as deemed necessary as directed by
SLT.
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Person Specification: Learning Support
Assistant
Qualification criteria
Right to work in UK
Working with or caring for children of relevant age
GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in
English and maths
Experience
Good numeracy/literacy skills
NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience
Training in the relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy
Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting
Experience working with children / young people with special educational
needs (SEN)
Experience planning and delivering learning activities
Skills and Knowledge
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Good organisational skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils
Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply
this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team and to be flexible in their approach to daily
routines
Active listening skills
The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Good ICT skills, particularly in using ICT to support learning
Personal characteristics.
Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, staff members and parents
Ability to follow instructions accurately but also to show initiative and make
good judgments when required
Highly skilled and adaptable ‘people skills’
Flexible attitude to work and willingness to support colleagues
A helpful and positive nature, and a calm and caring disposition
Hardworking, conscientious and flexible
The ability to work well under pressure
Adaptability and the skills to work in harmony with a range of individuals
Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and discretion
Commitment to the safeguarding
Other
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check
The post holder must have a commitment to Safeguarding
