You should have 5 GCSEs, knowledge of autism, behavior management experience, good health and safety awareness, basic IT skills, excellent communication, and a willingness to provide personal care.

You will support students with learning, encourage independence, boost self-esteem, assist in SEN plans, and help students aged 11-18 with literacy, numeracy, study, and social skills.

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Reeson Education is a specialist recruitment agency focused on the education sector in the UK. They connect schools with high-quality teaching and support staff, offering tailored recruitment solutions to meet the unique needs of each educational institution. Their ultimate mission is to ensure schools are staffed with the best professionals, enabling students to receive the highest standard of education. The purpose of Reeson Education is to support both schools and educators by facilitating effective and efficient recruitment processes.

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Location: Richmond upon Thames Salary: £27,855 - £29,139 (national pay award pending) Job type: Full Time, Fixed Term Start date: September 2024 Reeson Education are supporting a large mixed secondary school in Richmond upon Thames who require a Learning Support Assistant from September 2024. The School - Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon Thames This large mixed secondary school in Richmond Upon Thames is a good school with outstanding features and is a fantastic place to work and learn. The school is committed to developing staff who are passionate about their subjects and determined to convey this enthusiasm to their students. Opportunities for internal promotion are maximised and encouraged. The Role: Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon Thames The role of the Learning Support Assistant is to support students with moderate learning difficulties and encourage learning across a variety of subjects and year groups. The successful candidate will be a Learning Support Assistant with prior secondary school experience, or a graduate looking to pursue a career as a qualified teacher in the future. Responsibilities Will Include * Providing students with support specified by the teacher and SENCO, and encouraging independence and responsibility for learning and behaviour. * Helping students to build self-esteem through positive interactions, praise and encouragement. * Assisting with the development and implementation of SEN support plans and personal care programmes. * The SEND team helps students aged 11-18 access learning in the classroom, and supports students with literacy, numeracy, study and social skills. Person Specification: Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon Thames Specific Knowledge, Experience And Technical Skills * Five GCSEs or equivalent (including Maths and English) * Interest in, and knowledge of, autism * Experience of managing behaviours of distress * Good appreciation of, and a basic knowledge of, health and safety, data protection principles and equal opportunities * Proven ability to solve problems quickly and remain calm * Basic level of IT literacy in using Microsoft software e.g. outlook, Word, Excel * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal (in English) Personal Attributes * Willing to learn about and commit to the Ambitious Approach * Willing to work with autistic children or young adults with learning disabilities * Willing to undertake direct intimate personal care tasks as required The Offer - Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon Thames In return, the school can offer the successful Learning Support Assistant the following: * A broad and wide-ranging staff development programme * Outstanding facilities and resources to support teaching and learning * A friendly and diverse student and staff community * Access to confidential emotional and practical advice support services Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon Thames Reeson Education REESON Education is London's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At REESON Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across London. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Location: Richmond upon ThamesSalary: £27,855 - £29,139 (national pay award pending)Job type: Full Time, Fixed TermStart date: September 2024Reeson Education are supporting a large mixed secondary school in Richmond upon Thames who require a Learning Support Assistant from September 2024.The School - Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon ThamesThis large mixed secondary school in Richmond Upon Thames is a good school with outstanding features and is a fantastic place to work and learn. The school is committed to developing staff who are passionate about their subjects and determined to convey this enthusiasm to their students. Opportunities for internal promotion are maximised and encouraged.The Role: Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon ThamesThe role of the Learning Support Assistant is to support students with moderate learning difficulties and encourage learning across a variety of subjects and year groups.The successful candidate will be a Learning Support Assistant with prior secondary school experience, or a graduate looking to pursue a career as a qualified teacher in the future.Responsibilities Will Include * Providing students with support specified by the teacher and SENCO, and encouraging independence and responsibility for learning and behaviour. * Helping students to build self-esteem through positive interactions, praise and encouragement. * Assisting with the development and implementation of SEN support plans and personal care programmes. * The SEND team helps students aged 11-18 access learning in the classroom, and supports students with literacy, numeracy, study and social skills.      Person Specification: Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon ThamesSpecific Knowledge, Experience And Technical Skills * Five GCSEs or equivalent (including Maths and English) * Interest in, and knowledge of, autism * Experience of managing behaviours of distress * Good appreciation of, and a basic knowledge of, health and safety, data protection principles and equal opportunities * Proven ability to solve problems quickly and remain calm * Basic level of IT literacy in using Microsoft software e.g. outlook, Word, Excel * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal (in English)      Personal Attributes * Willing to learn about and commit to the Ambitious Approach * Willing to work with autistic children or young adults with learning disabilities * Willing to undertake direct intimate personal care tasks as required      The Offer - Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon ThamesIn return, the school can offer the successful Learning Support Assistant the following: * A broad and wide-ranging staff development programme * Outstanding facilities and resources to support teaching and learning * A friendly and diverse student and staff community * Access to confidential emotional and practical advice support services      Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Richmond Upon ThamesReeson EducationREESON Education is London's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.At REESON Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across London. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Learning Support Assistant - Reeson Education

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Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;At REESON Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across London. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

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