Learning Support Assistant (KS2)

Start your journey into teaching with us

We are working with a friendly and supportive primary school in North Leeds seeking enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join their team in Key Stage 2.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and are considering a future career in teaching.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning and development. You will play a key role in helping children to achieve their full potential in a positive and inclusive environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom
• Working with individuals and small groups of pupils
• Assisting with lesson delivery and classroom management
• Encouraging pupil engagement, confidence, and independence
• Supporting pupils with a range of learning needs

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have a genuine passion for education and supporting children's learning
• Are motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive
• Are considering a future in teaching (e.g. progressing to a teaching degree)
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Work well as part of a team and are willing to learn

Experience working with children is desirable but not essential-we value attitude, commitment, and potential.

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced teachers and leaders
• A strong focus on continued professional development (CPD)
• Experience that will support progression into teacher training
• A positive environment where both staff and pupils thrive

If you are passionate about education and want to make a real difference in children's lives while building your future career, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and Cover Letter to (url removed) or for further information please call Emma Bjelan on (phone number removed).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'