Learning Support Assistant

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Ø GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) including English and Maths

Ø Experience of working with children and, if possible, working with children with autism/ sensory processing/Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues

Ø Ideally, experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities (under supervision)

Skills and knowledge

Ø Good literacy and numeracy skills

Ø Good organisational skills

Ø Ability to build effective working relationships with students and adults.

Ø Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all students.

Ø Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs.

Ø Knowledge of Social, Emotional and Mental Health

Ø Active verbal and listening skills.

Ø Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

Ø Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

Personal qualities

Ø Enjoyment of working with children with SEN, and children in general

Ø Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with students.

Ø A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all students and promoting the ethos and values of the school.

Ø Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Ø Commitment to safeguarding students’ wellbeing and equality.

Ø Commitment to career development and broadening own skills