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Learning Support Assistant – Secondary School, Oldham

Are you passionate about helping students reach their full potential? Do you have a desire to support young people in overcoming barriers to learning? A secondary school in Oldham is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted support to students with additional needs, including SEN (Special Educational Needs).
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to help students access the curriculum and make academic progress.
• Assist the class teacher in managing classroom activities and behaviour.
• Support students with their emotional, social, and educational development.
• Collaborate with the SENCO and teaching staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school setting.
• A strong understanding of the challenges faced by students with SEN or learning difficulties.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students.
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting both students and staff.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity with potential for progression.
• Training and development provided.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.

If you are passionate about supporting students' learning and development and are eager to join a supportive and dynamic school team, apply today with your CV!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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