Lead Learning Support Assistant (KS1/Lower KS2)

Saint George School is a British International school that offers an innovative education through a challenging international curriculum, making learning relevant and meaningful for students by adopting a comprehensive study program based on research and centered on the student as a learner. Throughout its 58 years of existence, Saint George School has become a reference of academic excellence both nationally and internationally, being the only school in the country to offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate program and the first one to receive dual accreditation from the Council of International Schools (CIS), Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the New England Association of School and Colleges (NEASC), with a  highly qualified multicultural faculty and staff. Today make up a school community of 43 different nationalities, making Saint George an institution of international stature forming young leaders capable of meeting academic and professional challenges in today's global society.  

Lead Learning Support Assistant (KS1/Lower KS2)

Are you a passionate and experienced Learning Support Assistant ready to lead and make a significant impact in Early Years and Key Stage 1?

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organised Lead LSA to join our dedicated Learning Support Department, focusing on foundational learning and student development in KS1/Lower KS2. This pivotal role involves both direct student support and key leadership responsibilities within our LSA team.

You will be instrumental in:

• Managing LSA team operations, timetabling, and cover.

• Line managing, mentoring, and onboarding LSAs within KS1/Lower KS2.

• Liaising closely with the KS1/Lower KS2 LS teachers and class teachers for seamless support.

• Providing tailored support to young learners, ensuring access to the curriculum.

• Contributing to broader school duties and departmental initiatives.

Required Attributes

• Warm, compassionate, and energetic, with a deep commitment to supporting young learners’ personal and academic development.

• Demonstrates sensitivity and patience in responding to individual needs in a nurturing, child-centred way.

• A proactive and positive problem-solver who can work flexibly and adaptively within a collaborative team.

• Committed to safeguarding, inclusive values, and equitable access to education for all children.

Must-Haves:

• Secure knowledge and experience in maths intervention and support programmes.

• Proven experience teaching and supporting small groups of students.

• Demonstrable experience of managing or leading a team.

• Experience in planning, delivering, and reviewing educational support.

• A strong commitment to and experience of inclusive practice.

Desirable:

• Experience of recruiting and onboarding new members of the team.

• Experience working within a larger educational organisation.

• Experience working with a larger team of support staff.

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.