Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Letchworth Salary: £14 per hour (PAYE) Job type: Part-time (25 hours in total) and part-year Start Date: Immediate. Enemy of Boredom is the academy of creative excellence for young people who think differently.

We operate as an alternative provision of contemporary arts education, including video games design, music performance and preparing-for-adulthood life skills courses, from a growing number of dedicated centres across the UK and online.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive, creative and supportive learning environment where young people can develop their skills, confidence and independence.

The Role

Enemy of Boredom Academy is seeking a creative, dedicated Learning Support Assistant / Classroom Manager with experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEND), particularly ASD, ADHD and anxiety.

This will include pastoral support as well as supporting Functional Skills English & maths sessions; therefore, GCSE level English & maths (or equivalent) is a requirement. Based at our Letchworth site , you will work 5 days per week, 9:30am to 2:30pm , working closely with teaching staff to support students' learning, build confidence and help each individual reach their full potential in a positive and inclusive environment.

Job Description - Learner Support: Provide in-class and small-group support to help learners access planned activities and achieve learning outcomes. Use agreed strategies to support communication, attention, emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

Promote learner independence, confidence and appropriate peer interaction. Support preparing-for-adulthood and life skills activities as directed by the curriculum/session plan. Curriculum Access and Session Delivery: Assist tutors with preparation of resources and practical set-up for activities, including basic use of relevant digital tools where appropriate.

Support the adaptation of tasks and resources to meet individual needs, including chunking, visual supports and alternative recording methods. Reinforce routines, expectations and boundaries consistently. Work alongside teaching staff to create a calm, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

EHCP / Targets and Recording: Support delivery of individual targets, including EHCP targets where applicable, and contribute to evidence of progress. Maintain accurate and timely records as required, including support notes, progress observations, behaviour/incident logs and attendance. Contribute to review discussions and meetin...

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