Job description
Job Title: Midday Learning Support Assistant (Grade 5)
Location: Chesterfield (S41)
Salary: £85 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full - Time
Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Are you a passionate individual with a strong desire to support students in their learning journey?
GSL Education invites you to apply for the role of a Midday Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a SEMH Secondary school in Chesterfield. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in students' lives while assisting in their daily learning, this role could be for you!
The role will see you overseeing the safe delivery of meals for students, assisting in food lessons as a Teaching Assistant and providing general learning support in the classroom.
About the Role:
As a Midday Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will play a vital role in ensuring that students receive the support they need during their midday breaks and food-related activities. Your support will help ensure that students are nourished, engaged and ready for the challenges of the school day. You will be an integral part of the school team, helping students navigate their midday breaks and contributing to their academic and personal development.
Responsibilities of a Midday Learning Support Assistant (LSA):
- Supervise and support students during midday breaks, ensuring that all students receive their meals in a safe and orderly environment.
- Deliver breakfast and lunch to classes, ensuring that all students are catered for and supported throughout mealtimes.
- Assist in food lessons as a Teaching Assistant, supporting students with their learning in cooking and nutrition-based activities.
- Provide support to students with additional learning needs, both in food lessons and across other subjects.
- Ensure students are engaged and safe during mealtimes, managing any behaviour and supporting students with special dietary or medical needs.
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure that the midday break runs smoothly and supports students' well-being.
- Assist in managing classroom environments during food lessons, ensuring students are focused and engaged.
- Build positive relationships with students, helping them feel supported and confident throughout their school day.
- Be proactive in adapting your approach based on individual student needs, ensuring each student receives the support required to succeed.
Job Requirements of the Midday Learning Support Assistant (LSA):
- Experience working in educational settings, with a particular focus on supporting students in food-related lessons and midday breaks.
- Ability to support students in food lessons as a Teaching Assistant (TA) while delivering effective guidance and support.
- A full UK driving license is essential, as you may be required to transport meals to different classes across the school.
- A commitment to working full-time, being available for the role during the school day to ensure the effective delivery of meals and support in the classroom.
- Experience with special educational needs (SEN) or working with students who may require additional support would be advantageous.
- Patience, empathy and strong communication skills to effectively engage with students and staff.
- A proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to a range of situations and student needs.
- Have an updated CV (with two relevant references from the last two years and covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Receive a daily pay rate ranging from £85 - £100, based on your experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to work in a variety of educational settings, gaining valuable experience.
- A dedicated team offering ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
- The chance to make a tangible difference in students’ lives and contribute to their academic and personal growth.
- Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle and career aspirations.
If you are an experienced Midday Learning Support Assistant (LSA) with a passion for supporting students during their mealtimes and beyond, we want to hear from you!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Midday Learning Support Assistant (LSA)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.