Level 3 Learning Support Officer (LSO)

Job description

Here at Valley Education, we are looking for a qualified Learning Support Officers (LSO) for a school based in the Bridgend area.

The LSO will be qualified to Level 3 and will work for the school on a day-to-day basis to support the children both in groups and one-to-one. You will be expected to work with children ranging in ability from mainstream to special educational needs (SEN).

The successful candidate will provide support for pupils, the teacher and the school with the aim of maintaining and even raising school standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Attending to the pupils’ personal needs with a hands on approach
• Supervising and supporting pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning
• Establishing good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
• Promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
• Encouraging pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
• Encouraging children to foster an attitude of respect and tolerance of all

In order to apply, the candidate must possess:

• The relevant qualifications (CACHE level 3 or equivalent)
• Recent experience of working with pupils within a school setting
• Prior experience of working constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these

What can you expect from us?

- A highly competitive rate of pay
- A dedicated Account Manager to assist you through your role
- Regular day to day & long term work in local Schools
- Recommend a friend scheme
- Excellent and established reputation within the industry
- Training during the school holidays

Candidates are required to have a DBS (disclosure barring service formerly CRB) carried out (payment met by candidate) unless registered with the update service.

For more information on the role or if you are interested in registering, please contact Emily Phillips, Bridgend Account Manager