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Learning Support Assistant ( Mainstream )
- london, england, United Kingdom
- Temporary
Job Description
Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor - Ardleigh Green
Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor to join the team at Ardleigh Green .
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor
Location: Ardleigh Green .
Job Type: Temporary (with potential for long-term opportunities)
Industry: Further Education (SEND)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students across a range of curriculum areas.
- Support learners to develop confidence, motivation, organisation, and independent learning skills.
- Assist teaching staff in creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
- Encourage positive behaviour, attendance, and student participation in lessons.
- Help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their academic and personal goals.
- Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback to teaching staff.
- Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, and student wellbeing at all times.
- Support students with additional learning needs where appropriate, while encouraging independence.
Skills & Experience
- Experience working as a Learning Support Assistant, Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, or in a similar student support role.
- Experience supporting young people or adults within a school, college, or community setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- A good understanding of safeguarding and promoting learner wellbeing.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Experience supporting learners with mild additional learning needs in a mainstream educational environment.
- Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and learner engagement.
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, Youth Work, or a related field.