Learning Support Assistant - Bradford, United Kingdom - Dixons Academies Trust

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Description

Post:
Primary Learning Support Assistant


Purpose
To challenge educational and social disadvantage in the north.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Support the class teacher to plan, deliver and review lessons that are appropriate to the age and ability of the students so as to facilitate progression in students' learning.
  • Support the learning of students in lessons as directed by the class teacher, including small group teaching and, in exceptional circumstances, full class cover.
  • Facilitate the exceptional progress and wellbeing of any individual or group of students; provide guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters.
  • Promote and maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and behaviour policy of the academy.
  • Use formative assessment to adapt teaching and the work of students to make sure that learning is proceeding in the right direction and to support that learning.
  • Communicate effectively with the class teacher/s and SENDCo to share students' learning.
  • Support students during playtime and lunchtime in the playground.
  • Contribute towards and maintain high quality displays and an engaging learning environment.
  • Support with the management of learning resources, including auditing, replenishing and reordering.
  • Support students throughout the day by fulfilling pastoral responsibilities.
  • Support students with SEND needs on a onetoone basis.
  • Provide first aid and support students with medical needs, including maintenance of relevant records and first aid boxes.
  • Provide intimate care (including toileting, as required) in accordance with academy policies and procedures.
  • Engage fully in the Trust's professional growth process to fulfil personal potential and be able to participate effectively in the implementation of the academy's strategic big moves.
  • Attend meetings / training and carry out administrative tasks and duties as specified on the Trust and academy calendars.
  • Consistently implement all Trust policies; contribute to decisionmaking and consultation procedures.
  • Report any safeguarding concerns immediately to a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
  • Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Principal.

_This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed annually. _

Job Type:
Part-time


Salary:
£9,094.00-£9,246.00 per year

Expected hours: 16.5 per week


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Onsite parking
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Education:


  • Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:


  • Special education: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

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