Learning Support Assistant

About United Learning

United Learning is a unique group of independent and state schools working together to achieve the best in everyone. Our vision is to provide excellent education so that all young people are able to make a success of their lives and, if we are to realise this vision, we need to make sure we attract, develop and reward the key ingredient – you.

Job Introduction

Opportunity to play a role in the development of our highly successful Academy. We seek an outstanding and innovative Learning Support Assistant, who is committed to securing high standards to join a dynamic and supportive team.The Learning Support Assistant supports students in and out of the classroom, removing barriers to success and enabling progress to happen.Our Learning Support Assistants enjoy working closely with the students and seeing their progress.

We know that outstanding Learning Support Assistants have transferable skills and are confident and effective in all aspects of their role but we also recognise that you will need support and challenge yourself so that you can grow to be the best you can be – we will make this happen. You will relate to the Academy’s ethos of “the best in everyone” and enjoy working with a rich, diverse group of young people in a dynamic and vibrant learning environment. Please note that applicants should hold GCSE Level 4/Grade C or above in English and Maths. Walthamstow Academy is sponsored by United Learning. As part of the largest group of Academies and independent schools, we offer outstanding professional development and career progression across both the maintained and independent sector.

To conclude, we need someone who is passionate about making a difference, please get in touch.

Main Responsibilities

• Assisting classroom teachers with daily duties
• Taking individuals or small groups of students during lessons and assisting with their learning
• Attending to the educational, personal, and social needs of students and any other requirements depending on the students’ special needs
• Supporting students with an Education, Health and Care Plan and, provide support to other students identified as having SEN, individually or in small groups
• Supporting students with physiotherapy exercises
• Acting as a scribe or reader in exams
• To support the learning and behaviour, in our withdrawal room, of students who are struggling to regulate themselves in class.