Senior Learning Support Assistant (SLSA)

Qualifications

and Training:

GCSE or equivalent

level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Maths

Experience: Experience

working in a school environment or other educational setting Experience

working with children / young people with SEN Experience planning and delivering learning

activities

Skills and knowledge:

Good

literacy and numeracy skills

Good

organisational skills

Ability

to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults

Skills

and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils

Knowledge

of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs

Subject

and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this

effectively in supporting teachers and pupils

Excellent

verbal communication skills

Ability

to work as part of a team and to be flexible in their approach to daily

routines

Active

listening skills

The

ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Knowledge

of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

Good IT skills, particularly using IT to support

learning