Learning support

Smile Education are recruiting for a full time learning support to work within a primary school in the Worcester area.
Make a difference every day
Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow and reach their full potential?
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly primary school in Worcester on a full-time basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to play an important role in creating a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
The role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other members of the school team to support pupils in their learning and development.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with their learning, both individually and in small groups.
• Helping pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Supporting the class teacher with activities and classroom organisation.
• Providing encouragement and reassurance to children who may need additional support.
• Helping to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supporting pupils' social and emotional development.
• Building positive relationships with children, staff and parents/carers.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school.

About you
We are looking for someone who is:

• Kind, patient and nurturing, with a genuine passion for working with children.
• Enthusiastic and positive, with the ability to inspire and encourage pupils.
• A good communicator who works well as part of a team.
• Reliable, adaptable and willing to get involved.
• Confident supporting children with a range of abilities and needs.
• Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of every child.

Previous experience working in a school or with children would be advantageous, but we would also welcome applications from candidates with relevant transferable experience and the right attitude.
 
The benefits of this SEN teaching assistant role:

• A daily rate of £100-£115 a day
• PAYE and Umbrella payment options
• Holiday pay of 12.07%
• Free CPD training available via the smile portal
• Referral scheme up to £200
• Dedicated consultant working within your area.

 
 Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be required to undergo compliance checks, including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS, and Qualifications checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.