Learning Support Assistant

We cater for pupils between the ages of 2 and 19 with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities, on specialist sites and mainstream partnership schools. The main purpose of the role is to work within a class team under the direction of the class teacher, usually in the classroom to support learning; provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom and support the pupils to meet their personal needs. This is an excellent opportunity to experience working within specialist provision. We will offer you professional development opportunities and a very supportive team of staff. It is also an excellent opportunity as a stepping-stone into teaching. We have opportunities on many of several of our pathways: Engage @ Farnley - learners with complex learning, physical and medical needs Aspire @ Milestone - complex autism and communication Climb @ Milestone and Hollybush - moderate to severe learning difficulties often with additional needs (SEMH; Autism etc) Elevate @ Coop Priesthorpe - specialist and mainstream (This role could include supporting boys' mainstream PE) Visit our website and view the pathway videos - www.westsilc.co.uk - Our pathways West SILC is committed to Safeguarding & Promoting the well being in all our Children , and we expect our Staff & Volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to the relevant Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) , in line with Statutory Safeguarding Requirements & Safer Recruitment Practices . Shortlisted Candidates will be subjected to Online Searches. West SILC, 4 Town Street, Stanningley, Leeds, LS28 6HL, 0113 3862450