Learning Support in Secondary School

Teaching Assistant/ Learning Support Aid

Southsea based secondary school

January

Part time/Full time available

Teaching Personnel are aiding the recruitment of Learning Support Assistants across a number of Academy and Local Education Authority schools in the Portsmouth and Southsea area. We are looking for candidate who can relate well to young people and show sensitivity to pupils with learning, language and behavioural difficulties. The successful candidates must have good organisational skills; administrative and recording skills are also essential. Along with the ability to show initiative, whilst maintaining and respecting confidentiality. A willingness to undertake further training is required.

You must be passionate about education and experienced in the sector - we are looking for someone who stands out and has previous experience in helping to raise attainment and progress, someone who is dedicated to the role and looking to build a future in the education sector.

Learning Support Assistants are required to support pupils with learning and/or behavioural difficulties in the classroom or in one-to-one sessions. You may also be required to support whole class situations or take lead in small groups. Experience is necessary as the candidate appointed will be expected to support KS3 and KS4 pupils in core and option subjects. The position will also include preparing and delivering short term interventions in reading and spelling skills.

Minimum qualifications GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C or above in a range of subjects to include English Language and Maths.

To apply for a role in one of our secondary schools, please submit your CV and our Hampshire secondary team will be in touch