applications support analyst Hounslow, England
Job description
Our team at Ortus Recruitment are dedicated to securing high-quality educators with long-term and full-time roles within Ofsted rated 'Good' and 'Outstanding' primary schools in their local area. We are currently looking for a Learning Support Assistant to provide support in our client primary school in Hounslow.
The ideal candidate for this role will have prior experience of supporting SEN children and most importantly a passion for it. You will need to be able to build positive rapports with the children, provide an inclusive and safe environment for them to learn and effectively communicate with staff members, external practitioners and parents/carers. You will need to work on a 1:1 basis with SEN children as well as leading interventions in small groups to raise attainment. It is important to be patient and empathetic in order to build successful and positive rapports with the students.
Without the help and support of these educators, many of the most vulnerable students would fall behind in learning. You will be aided by a lovely and supportive Senior Leadership Team, who will always be on hand. As well as this, the school offer CPD courses and training when necessary to help further your career and for those deemed most suitable, there is the opportunity to be placed on the school's Teacher Training Programme.
What will you need?
- Sensitivity and understanding
- Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- To enjoy working with other people
- To be flexible and open to change
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of teaching and the ability to lead activities
- The ability to understand people’s reactions
- Active listening skills
What will you do?
- Prepare learning materials
- Support on a 1:1 basis with SEN students
- Lead subject interventions
- Adapt teaching support according to student's needs
- Look after children's physical, social and emotional welfare
- Create an interesting environment for students
- Keep records and attend review meetings
- Work with professionals such as speech and language therapists
How will you benefit?
- £80 - £100 daily rate (PAYE, NO UMBRELLA COMPANY FEES)
- Opportunities for training and CPD courses to enhance skillset
- Potential to secure permanent contract after 20 working weeks
- Potential to be placed on teacher training programme
- Generous referral scheme
- Continuous support/advice from specialist consultants
Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.
If you believe you would be a good fit for this role, trials will begin in September so be sure to apply ASAP to be considered for the role!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £400.00-£500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Transport links
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hounslow, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Special education: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
