Learning Support Assistant - VI - Part-time

Woodlands; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Gillingham is seeking a dedicated individual to assist students with vision impairment. This role involves providing one-on-one and small group support to enhance student independence and learning outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for student development and effective communication skills. The school offers a collaborative environment and a commitment to staff development, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about education and inclusivity.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Private health care cover

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive induction programme

Qualifications

• A friendly manner to communicate effectively with staff and pupils.
• A passion for helping pupils thrive and reach their potential.
• Experience working in an educational setting with a focus on student support.

Responsibilities

• Support learning of students on a one-to-one or small group basis.
• Contribute to maintaining a high standard of pedagogical development.
• Facilitate independence and self-determination for students with vision impairment.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Independence

Experience in a similar school

Passion for helping pupils

Job description

We are seeking a professional, supportive, and organised individual to support students with vision impairment to further aid them in experiencing achievements, independence, and self‑determination. The successful candidate will support the learning of the students in their class, on a one‑to‑one or small group basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to join our supportive and friendly school that is committed to achieving high standards across all stages of the curriculum. Achieving the best outcomes for our students is our priority through the continued development of high‑quality pedagogy embedded across the school.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

• Has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential
• Has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and pupils
• Can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
• Has experience of working in a similar school

In return, we offer you:

• An incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders
• Comprehensive induction programme with a commitment to CPD
• Care first employee assistance programme
• Non‑contributory membership of Benenden private health care cover
• Membership of the local government pension scheme
• Two‑week, half‑term break in October
• Cycle to work scheme

For further details on this role and to apply please visit the school’s careers page Our Vacancies - The Robert Napier School.

Visits to the School are strongly encouraged. For further information and to arrange a visit, please contact Charli Reader via email [e-mail]

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date and/or interview date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications

Safeguarding Commitment

Beyond Schools Trust is committed tosafeguardingand promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory 'Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check'.

Equality & Inclusivity Statement

At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under‑represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.