Level 3 Learning Support Assistant, Foundation 1, Wirral

Job Description

We are working with a lovely primary school in Birkenhead who are looking to appoint a Level 3 Learning Support Assistant to work within their F1 provision on a full-time basis after half-term.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support children at the very start of their school journey in a nurturing, play-based environment.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils within an F1 setting
• Assisting with early development, learning through play and daily routines
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider EYFS team
• Providing support to children on a small group and 1:1 basis where needed

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience working within EYFS (essential)
• Is patient, nurturing and proactive
• Understands the importance of early childhood development
• Can build strong, positive relationships with young children
• Is reliable and committed to a full-time role

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a supportive school and make a real impact during those crucial early years.

If you’re ready for a full-time EYFS role after half-term, send me a message and let’s get you sorted.

Job Specification

Teaching, Learning or Classroom Assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.

We specialise in recruiting Teaching Assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;

• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
• BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing).

We’ll also consider experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.

Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)

A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:

• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia
• Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties
• Physical Disabilities (PD).

As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.