KS2 Mentor/Learning Support Assistant

Mentor/Learning Support Assistant - Year 5
Primary School in Leyton Midland Road, Waltham Forest
Salary: 90- 95 per day
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, full-time
Start Date: February 2025

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant with a passion for supporting Key Stage 2 pupils? Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a welcoming primary school in Leyton Midland Road, Waltham Forest, seeking a dedicated Mentor/Learning Support Assistant to join their Year 5 team from February 2025.

The Role:

This rewarding position involves providing targeted support to a small number of children in Year 5 with suspected ADHD and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils to focus and engage with their learning.
• Implement strategies to manage behaviour, build confidence, and support emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored interventions that meet individual learning and social development needs.
• Foster a calm and structured learning environment where children feel supported and valued.
• Encourage positive social interactions and develop pupils' independence.

The Ideal Candidate:

The school is looking for a caring, proactive, and resilient individual who:

• Has experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 2, ideally in a mentoring, pastoral, or Learning Support Assistant role.
• Has an understanding of ADHD and SEMH needs, with strategies to support focus, emotional well-being, and behaviour management.
• Can build positive relationships with children, encouraging confidence and self-esteem.
• Is patient, adaptable, and able to respond to the needs of individual pupils.
• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and supportive professional to make a real difference in children's learning and development.

How to Apply:

To apply for this Mentor/Learning Support Assistant role, please send your CV to Maddy Watson at (url removed).

Apply today and help make a lasting impact on young learners' lives!