Learning Support Assistant - Part-Time, Trauma-Informed

Shorefields; Great Bromley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school in Great Bromley is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to work with a pupil with additional needs. The role involves providing emotional and academic support while employing trauma-informed principles in a friendly environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in supporting neurodivergent children and must be adaptable and patient. The position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on a child's life in a supportive team.

Benefits

Opportunity to be part of a hardworking professional staff team

Chance to make a significant impact on a child's life

Supportive leadership team

Commitment to improvement and openness to new ideas

Qualifications

• Experience in a supporting role for children with additional needs.
• Committed to trauma-informed principles and a therapeutic approach.
• Able to reflect thoughtfully and listen attentively.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with additional needs emotionally and academically.
• Adapt to the needs of neurodivergent children and provide consistent support.

Skills

Experience working with children with social, communication and emotional needs

Experience supporting neurodivergent children

Adaptable and responsive

Calm, patient, and enthusiastic

Resourceful and able to work independently

Job description

A local school in Great Bromley is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to work with a pupil with additional needs. The role involves providing emotional and academic support while employing trauma-informed principles in a friendly environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in supporting neurodivergent children and must be adaptable and patient. The position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on a child's life in a supportive team.