Apprentice Learning Support Assistant

You will participate in the planning and delivery of differentiated learning activities to support pupils to achieve learning goals, in coordination with the class teacher and SENCo. Main duties will include:

Support, assist and supervise identified pupil/s with SEND under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others Engage all pupils in activities which promote independence and resilience Employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement Supervise and provide individualised support for pupils, including those with SEND, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils Set challenging and high expectations which promote the Academy’s Culture of Excellence Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievements under the guidance of the class teacher

Training:

The apprentice will complete training on the job from The Hurlingham Academy (a minimum of 6.5 hours per week during normal working hours, term time only) plus two national face to face conferences.

Training Outcome:

The qualification could lead to a Higher Level LSA role, or even full teacher training.

Employer Description:
The Hurlingham Academy is a very special community. Ofsted officially recognised our mixed comprehensive school as ‘outstanding’ in March 2024 and inspectors saw that ‘pupils behave exceptionally well and achieve highly.’ Our GCSE results consistently place us in the top 5 United Learning academies and our students have made ‘well above average’ progress for the last six years. This year, a tremendous 85% of students achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, with 75% achieving grade 5 or above in the two subjects. At the higher levels, 41% of all students achieved a grade 7 or above in English and maths. These tremendous results are due to the unique culture that has developed at The Hurlingham Academy. The highest expectations of students and real academic rigour are combined with a strong focus on developing the whole child and embedding a culture in which every single child matters and must be supported to achieve their full potential. 42% of our students are pupil premium (nearly twice the national average) and so we are working to help some of the UK's most economically needy students achieve the best GCSE results possible. At The Hurlingham Academy, we strive to ensure that our teaching standards are exceptionally high, and that children feel safe and supported in school. Lessons follow a knowledge-rich and academically rigorous curriculum, and we place a significant emphasis on teachers inspiring their students to love each subject and enjoy their learning. Our staff body is a collaborative, close-knit and diverse community that learns together, has fun together and continues on our journey towards all-round excellence for each individual student, year after year. Our staff feel empowered, supported and are provided with the highest-quality professional development. Here is the opportunity for you to join one of the most happy and successful schools in United Learning and to be part of the incredible journey that The Hurlingham Academy has been on.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 8.15am - 4.15pm Term time only

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience