Learning Support Assistants – Temporary | Full-Time & Part-Time
We are currently recruiting for Learning Support Assistants to support students at a college in Peterborough on a temporary, ongoing basis.
There are multiple positions available, offering 28 to 35 hours per week, with immediate starts available for suitable candidates.
Available PositionsTeaching Assistant – Alternative Provision
- Temporary position
- Term Time Only
- 35 hours per week
- 5 days per week
- 6-week assignment
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- 2 positions available
- 28 hours per week
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Teaching & Service Assistant – Temporary
- 35 hours per week
- 5 days per week
- Temporary, ongoing
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support students throughout the college day, helping them access learning and develop their confidence, independence and skills.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting students in the classroom and during lessons
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Supporting students with additional learning needs, including SEN
- Helping students with communication, behaviour and personal development
- Assisting teaching staff with day-to-day classroom activities
- Building positive and trusting relationships with students
- Adapting support to meet individual students' needs
- Creating a positive, safe and supportive learning environment
Requirements
- Previous experience working with SEN students is essential
- Experience supporting children or young people with varying degrees of learning needs
- Previous experience within a college, school or other educational setting is highly desirable
- A genuine passion for supporting students' education and development
- A patient, caring and empathetic approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to remain calm and supportive when dealing with challenging situations
- The ability to adapt your approach to individual students' needs
- Candidates must be able to drive, as public transport links to the college are limited
What We Offer
- Temporary, ongoing opportunities
- Full-time and part-time positions
- Immediate starts available
- Competitive rates of pay
- Opportunities to develop your experience within SEN and education
- Support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Potential for longer-term opportunities
If you are an experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant who is passionate about supporting students and making a positive difference to their education and development, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £15.00-£17.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you jave a driving licence
- Do you have a Enahnced DBS
- When are you Available to start
Work Location: In person
