Learning Assistant

¨ Level 2 Maths or equivalent (minimum) ¨ Level 2 English or equivalent (minimum) ¨ Experience of working with or caring for children ¨ Experience of communicating with a wide range of people from different backgrounds ¨ Understanding of the educational and social needs of children ¨ Basic knowledge of IT to effectively support the pupils (or willingness to train) ¨ A knowledge of some of the emotional, behavioural and social difficulties that may create barriers to learning ¨ Experience of supporting children to regulate their emotions ¨ Basic understanding of child development and learning ¨ Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities ¨ Ability to relate well to children and adults ¨ Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these ¨ Ability to deal with challenging behaviour ¨ Able to act on own initiative ¨ Able to observe, monitor and keep accurate records on children’s progress