Learning Support Assistant

3 weeks ago

Loughborough, United Kingdom Hardwick House School Full time

**LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT**

**What we’re looking for**:

- Previous experience of working with children with autism
- A proactive and can-do attitude
- GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above, a university degree is desirable
- A commitment to the well-being of everyone at the school

**What we can offer you**:

- The opportunity of working in a supportive school community where every member is valued
- A weekly programme of CPD for personal and career development
- Free access to an employee assistance programme, all tea/coffee provided, and a staff rewards programme
- To be part of a friendly and social staff team

**Job Purpose**

Under the guidance of a Teacher work as part of a team to promote the individual needs of students with complex Autism, promoting the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development and to meet their needs as directed by the Teacher.

To join in partnership with parents and other professionals in the process of each student’s learning.

Provide support to other Learning Support Assistants.

**Duties and responsibilities with regard to students**

To receive and act on information from the Headteacher, Teachers or other professionals that ensures the wide ranging needs of individual students are met and their quality of life is sustained or enhanced

Relate to students in a sensitive and understanding manner, appropriate to their individual needs, gender, disability and cultural background

Under the guidance of the Teachers contribute to the planning, delivery and assessment of the work of individuals or groups of students

Work with students on individual education programmes as directed by the Teacher using their own initiative

Under the direction of the Teacher take responsibility for individuals and/or small groups either in or out of school ensuring appropriate supervision

To share responsibility, as appropriate, for inclusion links and community skills

In accordance with school’s guidance and policies provide comfort and immediate care to sick or injured children.
Refer them to the identified First Aiders and, if required, accompany them to hospital remaining until parents
assume responsibility

As part of a team provide a consistent approach to working with students who have challenging behaviour, implementing and contributing to, behaviour strategies

In compliance with laid down health and safety procedures, take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety of
students, themselves and colleagues.

Under the guidance of the Teacher implement personal and social development programmes

Under the guidance of children's therapists and the Teacher carry out prescribed therapy programmes

Supervise students during the lunch period as required

Participate actively in physical activities including: swimming, and outdoor pursuits.

Those healthcare duties for which staff have received appropriate training.

**Support to the Headteacher and Teachers**

Be involved in planning educational work, preparation of materials, recording and evaluation as appropriate

Under the Teacher’s direction set out in an appropriate way the materials, equipment and resources for class work and assist in general aspects of resource management within the team

Assist with the observation, monitoring and assessment of students and maintain any written records that may be required. Liaise with involved professionals as requested.

Undertake the presentation of students’ work and maintain common areas and displays.

**Training and Professional Development**

To engage in the school’s appraisal process

Attend planning and development meetings at team and whole school level

Assist in the supervision and support of training placements within school

Work with students on individual education programmes as directed by the Teacher using their own initiative

Take part in a programme of professional development identifying personal training needs through continuous self-appraisal and undertaking such training as may be necessary to meet the needs of students, including attendance at the school’s training days each year

**General**

Make a full contribution to the life of the school, supporting colleagues in their work for the school

Follow all school’s policies and procedures and take part in the review of these as appropriate

Provide cover for colleagues as appropriate

Support the Exams Officer by invigilating exams when required and trained to do so

The nature of the work may involve the post holder to work outside of normal working hours

The post holder may be required to attend, from time to time, training courses, conferences, seminars or other
meetings as required by his/her own training needs and the needs of the service

Travel expenses will be paid at an agreed amount.

This job description sets out the duties and responsibilities of the post at the time when it was drawn up.

Duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time without changing the general re

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