Learning Support Assistant

Posting date:	20 June 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Surrey PS3 £23576 FTE
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	02 July 2025
Location:	Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7RT
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	1494223

Summary

Main purpose: • To provide learning and care support for whole class and/or individual pupils with special educational needs (SEN) in Reception class (*see Job Description) to help them to work towards the outcomes on their education and health care plan (EHCP) • To work with the pupil’s teacher(s) to plan and deliver activities • To support the pupil with routines, transitions and behaviour management Key Responsibilities Supporting the pupil:• Build a positive relationship with the pupil, promoting high self-esteem, independence and social inclusion • Promote high standards of behaviour, responding to incidents in line with the school’s behaviour policy and guidelines on physical intervention • Assist with the development and delivery of individual EHCPs • Support the pupil with their social, emotional and mental health needs, escalating concerns where appropriate Teaching and learning:• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher(s) and increase the pupil’s achievement • Contribute to the planning of differentiated learning activities for groups/or the individual, delivering activities inside or outside the classroom • Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at helping the pupil achieve their full potential in all areas of learning • Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of groups/or the pupil in learning and extracurricular activities • Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures • Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment • Use ICT skills to advance the pupil’s learning • Provide regular feedback to teachers on the pupil’s progress, attainment and barriers to learning through pupil observation • Monitor, record and report on progress and attainment • Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals:• Share knowledge and understanding of pupils with other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision • Communicate effectively with other staff members, pupils, and parents and carers • Keep other professionals accurately informed about performance, progress and any areas of concern • Understand their roles, to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers • Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school • Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues
Closing date: 12noon, Wednesday 2nd July 2025 (Applications will be considered upon receipt) Interviews: tbcStart date: Monday 1st September 2025