Learning Coach

Empowering Learning
Learning Coach Learning Makaton Coach- uses speech with signs and symbols to help people communicate. Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester Start date: ASAP Salary: £1350-£1600 Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm We are looking for a qualified SEND teaching assistant for a role within a PRU provision within Tameside, Greater Manchester. You will be working with KS3 children, who are academically working at a KS2 level, with special educational needs. The children have struggles communicating with others. The ideal candidate is somebody who is willing to make a difference in a child’s social, emotional, and mental health progression. Can assess the needs of individual students and maintain appropriate records when required. The learning support assistant will have knowledge of the requirements of delivering education to students with SEND, with the ability to select appropriate resources to create a stimulating learning environment. The learning support assistant will work in partnership with the teacher with individual pupils and/or with small groups of pupils to assist in the process of, and to promote, teaching and learning. The LSA will cover groups in the absence of the teacher, supervise and provide support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities. Essential Qualities Reliability, enthusiasm, and initiative Friendly manner towards children and adults Flexibility A willingness to learn Good attendance and punctuality Experience of working or caring for children of primary age Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing Ability to judge when advice/assistance is needed to meet pupils/adults needs and to react calmly and quickly in an emergency An understanding of and a commitment to the need for confidentiality Ability to use basic technology – computer, photocopier, iPad etc. Ability to relate well to children and adults Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities Experience in working with children with SEND and SEMH Contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the PRU. If you believe you are a good match or know anybody who you think would be great for this school, please apply today or contact myself for more information