Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Dartford
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Start Date: February 2025
Contract: Long-Term Supply / Temp to Perm
Hours: Full-Time (8.15am to 3.05pm 5.5 hours per day, Term-Time Only, 38 weeks per year)

Are you passionate about helping young children thrive in their learning? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a primary school in Dartford. If you’re eager to make a positive impact in the classroom and support students in their educational journey, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist the teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support in literacy, numeracy, and other core subjects.
• Encourage positive social interactions and help build student confidence.
• Support children with special educational needs and diverse learning styles.
• Help prepare classroom resources and maintain classroom organisation.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For:
• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• A minimum of a grade C in GCSE English and Maths.
• A child-only DBS on the Update Service, or the willingness to apply for one.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive approach to learning.
• Previous experience working with primary-aged children is desirable but not essential.

Why Work With Us?
• Join a supportive, inclusive team committed to making a difference in children’s lives.
• Access ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive salary with benefits, including pension scheme and occupational health support.
• Work in a rewarding environment where you can truly make an impact.

How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about supporting children with special needs and looking to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to tariqkanani@rikama-education.com. For more information, call us on 0203 800 1029.
This is an ongoing vacancy with immediate interviews. We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient interest is received.

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