Job Description
A dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) is required to work on a 1:1 basis with a secondary school pupil who requires additional support with their learning and communication. Fluency in Vietnamese is essential, as you will play a key role in supporting the pupil’s understanding and engagement by bridging any language barriers and ensuring clear communication between the pupil and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil within a secondary school environment
2. Support the pupil’s academic progress, engagement, and emotional wellbeing
3. Assist with language and communication, including translating and clarifying instructions where necessary
4. Work closely with teaching staff and SENCO to implement support strategies
5. Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
Essential Requirements:
6. Fluency in Vietnamese and English (spoken and written)
7. Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational setting
8. A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach
9. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
10. Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
11. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
12. Regular and varied supply work
13. Competitive rates of pay
14. Potential long-term roles
15. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
16. A network of branches across the UK
17. One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
18. We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
19. Recommend-a-friend scheme
20. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Cardiff East branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.