Learning Support Assistant

NVQ Teaching Level 3 or equivalent

Good literacy and numeracy (e.g. GCSE in English and Maths, or

equivalent)

First Aid Training

Ability to use ICT effectively to support learning

Experienced in the use of relevant school IT software

Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Work effectively as part of a team and make an active contribution.

Ability to assess individual pupil’s learning and support their next steps in learning

Ability to create a stimulating, effective and challenging learning environment

Skilled in positive behaviour management

Ability to be able to manage and organise time and resources effectively

Commitment to working within organisational procedures and processes in order to meet required standards for the role

Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.

Experience of working with children on a one to one basis, in an educational setting or learning environment.

Experience of working with children with mixed, complex developmental needs

Experience of preparing, planning delivering and evaluating lessons and work plans under the guidance of a teacher.

Experience of working with children who have special educational needs.

Experience of recording and reporting on pupil achievement and progress.

Knowledge of relevant educational policies, legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the protection of children

Knowledge of how young children acquire and develop receptive, expressive and social language skills

Personal Effectiveness: makes things happen; operates with resilience, flexibility and integrity.

Communication: shares and listens to information, opinions and ideas, using a range of effective approaches.

Self Awareness: learns continuously and effectively adapts behaviour in response to feedback.

Service Delivery: understands customer needs and responds appropriately and demonstrates continuous improvement. .